Alphabet's Google is testing showing check marks next to certain companies on its search results, a company spokesperson said on Friday, in a move aimed at helping users identify verified sources and steer clear of fake websites.

Blue checkmarks have appeared next to certain websites on Google Search for some users. According to a report from The Verge, this is because Google is experimenting with a verification feature to let users know that sites aren't fraudulent or scams.

Google is reportedly experimenting with verified badges in search to signal that a result is from a legitimate source. As The Verge reports, the blue tick is intended to help users steer clear of imposter websites—like those fake Disney+ sites that redirected to malicious web pages.

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