How do you confirm your identity?

Requirements for identity verification
  1. Your State-Issued ID. You can upload a photo by phone or by computer. …
  2. A phone or computer with a camera to take a photo of yourself (This feature is not currently enabled or required.)
  3. Social Security Number.
  4. A phone number on a phone plan that is in your name.

How long does it take Facebook to confirm your identity?

Once Facebook receives your application, they will review your request and either confirm or deny it. This process can take anywhere from 48 hours to 45 days.

Why do I have to keep confirming my identity on Facebook?

Confirming your name: We ask everyone on Facebook to use the name they go by in everyday life. This helps keep you and our community safe from impersonation. Other reason people may be required to confirm their identity is helping prevent abuse such as scams, phishing and foreign political influence.

How do I upload my ID to Facebook to recover my account?

Confirm Your Identity With Facebook

Facebook has a help centre page that lets you confirm your identity. Upload a JPEG (photo) of your ID, enter an email address or mobile phone number that is (or was) associated with the Facebook account you wish to recover, then click Send to submit the information.