CheckMarks

User Checkmarks (Verification Badges)

Checkmarks are visual badges that appear next to usernames on your AVideo platform. They help viewers identify verified, official, or special accounts.

[Screenshot: Username with checkmark badges displayed]

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What Are Checkmarks?

Checkmarks are small icons that appear next to a user's name throughout your site:

• On video pages (next to the uploader's name)
• In comments
• On channel pages
• In search results

They work similarly to verification badges on platforms like Twitter/X, YouTube, or Instagram.

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Types of Checkmarks

AVideo supports 4 different checkmarks per user:

Checkmark	Type	How It's Assigned
✉️ Email Verified	Automatic	User verifies their email address
✓ Checkmark 1	Manual	Admin assigns in User Manager
✓ Checkmark 2	Manual	Admin assigns in User Manager
✓ Checkmark 3	Manual	Admin assigns in User Manager

1. Email Verified Checkmark (Automatic)

This checkmark appears automatically when a user:

1. Registers an account
2. Receives the verification email
3. Clicks the verification link

Note: Make sure your email settings are configured for this to work.

2-4. Custom Checkmarks (Admin Assigned)

The three custom checkmarks are completely flexible. You decide what they mean on your platform. Common uses:

Checkmark	Example Use
Checkmark 1	✓ Verified Creator
Checkmark 2	⭐ Premium Member
Checkmark 3	🏢 Official Account

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How to Assign Checkmarks

Step-by-Step Instructions

1. Login as an administrator
2. Go to Admin Menu → Users (or User Manager)
3. Find the user you want to give a checkmark
4. Click the Edit button (pencil icon)
5. Scroll down to find the Checkmark options:
   • Checkmark 1: Yes/No
   • Checkmark 2: Yes/No
   • Checkmark 3: Yes/No
6. Set the desired checkmarks to "Yes"
7. Click "Save"

[Screenshot: User edit screen with checkmark options highlighted]

Quick Path

Admin → Users → [Find User] → Edit → Checkmarks → Save

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Customizing Checkmark Icons

By default, checkmarks display as simple symbols. You can customize them to show any icon or emoji using the CustomizeUser plugin.

Changing Checkmark Icons

1. Go to Plugins → CustomizeUser
2. Click Settings or Edit
3. Find the checkmark icon settings:
   • Checkmark 1 Icon
   • Checkmark 2 Icon
   • Checkmark 3 Icon
4. Enter your custom HTML or emoji:

   ✓
   ⭐
   🔵
   <i class="fas fa-check-circle"></i>

5. Click "Save"

[Screenshot: CustomizeUser plugin settings for checkmark icons]

Icon Examples

Purpose	HTML/Icon
Blue check	🔵 or <i class="fas fa-check-circle" style="color:blue"></i>
Gold star	⭐ or <i class="fas fa-star" style="color:gold"></i>
Verified badge	✓ or <i class="fas fa-certificate"></i>
Crown	👑
Diamond	💎

Tip: You can use Font Awesome icons if your theme supports them.

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Use Cases

Here are common ways to use checkmarks on your platform:

Verified Creators

Assign Checkmark 1 to content creators who have proven their identity.

• Shows viewers the channel is authentic
• Builds trust with your audience

Premium Members

Assign Checkmark 2 to users who have a paid subscription.

• Recognizes paying members
• Works great with the Subscription Plugin

Official Accounts

Assign Checkmark 3 to official company or organization accounts.

• Staff accounts
• Partner channels
• Brand accounts

Example Configuration

Checkmark	Icon	Meaning
Email	✉️	User verified their email
Checkmark 1	✓	Identity verified by admin
Checkmark 2	⭐	Premium subscriber
Checkmark 3	🏢	Official/Staff account

[Screenshot: Different users showing various checkmark combinations]

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Frequently Asked Questions

Can users request a checkmark?

That's up to you. You could create a verification request form and manually review requests.

Can I use checkmarks for something else entirely?

Yes! The checkmarks are completely flexible. Some sites use them for:

• Skill levels (beginner, intermediate, expert)
• User roles (teacher, student)
• Achievement badges

Do checkmarks affect permissions?

No. Checkmarks are purely visual. To control what users can do, use User Groups.

Can I have more than 4 checkmarks?

Not by default. You have 1 automatic (email) + 3 custom checkmarks = 4 total.

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Related Documentation

• Users Permissions
• User Identification
• CustomizeUser Plugin