How verification works
We do not hand out a generic badge. Every supplier receives a level that follows automatically from individual, dated checks with evidence.
The levels
| Level | What was checked |
|---|---|
| Not verified | Nothing. The supplier created a profile; we have not yet checked the information. |
| Identity checked | Company identity (name, registration number and legal representative match across sources), contact details and website or marketplace profiles. |
| Business verified | Everything in level 1, plus the business registration in the official register, the business address and whether the company manufactures or trades. |
| Factory verified | Everything in level 2, plus a live video tour of production or an on-site inspection by an external inspection partner. |
What verification means
- We checked the stated information on the stated date.
- Every check has a date and, where relevant, an expiry date.
- For each supplier you can see which checks were and were not done.
What verification does not mean
- No guarantee of product quality, safety or delivery time.
- No certification that your product complies with European rules.
- No judgement about the supplier's future conduct.
Independent from payment
- Payment never affects a verification level or the outcome of a check.
- Sponsored listings are always clearly marked as sponsored.
- In managed requests we advise based on fit, not on a subscription.
Checks expire over time. If a check expires and is not renewed, the level drops automatically. Also read the Verification disclaimer.