A method for verifying the identity of a subscriber seeking member access to a social network on the Internet. The method employs a central computer that is in communication with the Internet. A member database is configured on the central computer. The member database for receipt of predetermined data sets that solicit information for use in member identification. Information received from a subscriber seeking access as a member is verified against a government operated identity database. If the subscriber identity is verified then the member is provided access to the social network. If the subscriber identity is not verified, then the subscriber is denied access to the social network and the central computer creates an advisory alert of the subscriber that failed. The advisory alert is transmitted through the Internet to members in the geographical area matching the geographic area of that the subscriber was unable to verify.