Twitter introduces label to allow “good bots” to self-identify

Micro-blogging platform Twitter has introduced a new feature for automated accounts (also known as “bots”) to self-identify as “good bots”.

The automated accounts can identify themselves as “good bots” by adding a label () to their profile - helping people differentiate automated from human-run accounts.

Starting last week, all automated accounts now have the option to add the new label to their account profile. The label will give people additional information about the bot, and help them decide which accounts to follow, engage with, and trust.

As per the platform, this update comes as a result of research that found that people wanted more context around the accounts they interact with- the label will help give “good bots” (those that share helpful/relevant information and intend to genuinely improve the Twitter experience) a way to increase their legitimacy and build trust and transparency with their audience.

“Good bots” can help people find useful, entertaining and relevant information every day - from sharing COVID-19 updates, to notifying people of traffic updates, to even helping people find internships.

The platform also shared the handles of some of the “good bots” identified on Twitter India:

@mumbaitraffic

@bloodreqbot

@CovidvaxBLR

@internfinder

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