Permitted
- Use the supplied embed or unmodified SVG.
- Describe the credential using its exact public scope and current status.
- Place it on a holder-controlled website, portfolio, profile, or proposal.
- Keep the adjacent link and accessible description intact.
Not permitted
- Claim government, statutory, ISO, or independent accreditation.
- Hide, bypass, frame, or misrepresent the live registry status.
- Copy the badge to a different person, business, agent, product, or claim.
- Imply guaranteed performance, safety, employment, legality, or financial protection.
Suspension and revocation
Suspension temporarily pauses authorised badge use. Revocation permanently ends it. CompanyConnect may investigate suspected misuse, record an incident, and preserve evidence and audit history.
Reporting misuse
Anyone can use the public badge-misuse form with the credential ID, public page URL, and a factual description. Participants can also open a private complaint through the support route. Do not submit secrets or sensitive personal information.