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Code of Ethics

At SkillClaimed, we believe in honesty, integrity, and professional credibility. Our platform is built on an honor-based system, where individuals claim digital badges as a representation of their real skills and experiences. By claiming a SkillClaimed badge, you agree to uphold the highest ethical and professional standards outlined in this Code of Ethics.

This Code applies to all badge holders, including individual users, corporate participants, and organizations using SkillClaimed to recognize skills within their teams.

1. Honesty & Integrity in Skill Representation

  • Accurate Skill Claims: You affirm that the skills you claim accurately reflect your knowledge, experience, and capabilities.
  • No False or Misleading Claims: You agree not to claim a skill badge for which you do not have sufficient expertise.
  • Ethical Self-Representation: You acknowledge that SkillClaimed operates on trust and self-attestation; therefore, your claimed badge should reflect real proficiency.

2. Professionalism & Responsible Badge Use

  • Respect for Employers & Recruiters: SkillClaimed badges are designed to enhance professional credibility, not to deceive employers, recruiters, or colleagues.
  • Appropriate Use: You may share your badge on LinkedIn, resumes, and applications, but you must not manipulate, alter, or misrepresent it.
  • No Fraudulent Use: Any attempt to fabricate, sell, or transfer a SkillClaimed badge to another person is strictly prohibited.

3. Commitment to Continuous Growth & Learning

  • Ongoing Skill Development: You recognize that learning is a lifelong process, and your claimed skills should be maintained and improved over time.
  • Willingness to Demonstrate Competence: If asked by a recruiter, employer, or organization, you should be prepared to discuss or demonstrate the skills associated with your badge.

4. Accountability & Ethical Conduct in Corporate Use

  • For Organizations & HR Teams: If your company uses SkillClaimed for internal credentialing, you agree to issue badges based on valid, objective criteria.
  • No Badge Issuance Without Merit: Organizations must only award badges to employees or participants who meet their internal requirements.
  • Respect for Employees’ Rights: Employers should not pressure employees into claiming badges they do not feel comfortable with.

5. Transparency & Compliance

  • Respect for SkillClaimed Policies: You agree to comply with all platform rules and Terms of Use regarding badge issuance, display, and usage.
  • Reporting Ethical Violations: If you become aware of fraudulent or unethical use of SkillClaimed badges, you are encouraged to report it to our support team.
  • Report a Violation: [email protected]

6. Consequences of Violating This Code

  • Revoke badges in cases of fraud, misrepresentation, or ethical violations.
  • Suspend or terminate accounts of users or organizations engaging in misconduct.
  • Notify recruiters or employers if a fraudulent badge claim is reported.

7. Commitment to Trust & Professional Growth

By claiming a SkillClaimed badge, you are committing to a culture of trust, professional development, and ethical behavior. Our platform exists to empower individuals and organizations, and your adherence to this Code of Ethics ensures that SkillClaimed remains a credible, valuable system for skill recognition.

Thank you for being part of a community that values integrity, growth, and professional credibility.

SkillClaimed Privacy Policy

1. Introduction

SkillClaimed is committed to protecting your personal data and ensuring transparency in how we collect, use, and store your information. This Privacy Policy explains how we handle data when you use our services, including claiming badges, creating an account, or interacting with our platform.

By using SkillClaimed, you consent to this Privacy Policy.

2. Data We Collect

  • Personal Information: Name, email address, profile details, and professional information.
  • Account Information: Login credentials, password (encrypted), and badge claim history.
  • Technical Data: IP address, browser type, device information, and cookies.
  • Usage Data: How you interact with the platform, including badge sharing and profile updates.

3. How We Use Your Data

  • Badge issuance and verification.
  • Account management and platform access.
  • Security and fraud prevention.
  • Communications, notifications, and offers.
  • Legal and regulatory compliance.

4. Data Sharing & Third Parties

  • Employers & recruiters (if badge is publicly displayed).
  • Platforms like LinkedIn or job boards, if integrated by the user.
  • Legal authorities if required by law.

5. Data Retention & Security

  • Data is retained only as long as needed.
  • We use encryption, firewalls, and access controls.
  • Users can request account deletion at any time.

Privacy-related inquiries: [email protected]

SkillClaimed Data Protection Policy

1. Introduction

SkillClaimed ensures full compliance with GDPR, CCPA, and other global regulations.

2. Scope

  • All individual and corporate users.
  • All third-party processors.
  • All personal and professional data collected.

3. Data Collected

  • Personal, account, technical, and integration data.
  • Corporate issuer data.

4. Data Protection Measures

  • Encryption (in transit and at rest).
  • Access control and pseudonymization.
  • Two-factor authentication.
  • Regular audits and security reviews.

5. Legal Basis

  • User consent.
  • Legitimate interest.
  • Contractual necessity.
  • Legal obligations.

6. User Rights

  • Access, correction, deletion.
  • Restriction, portability, objection.

Contact: [email protected]

SkillClaimed Intellectual Property & Badge Usage Policy

1. Introduction

This policy outlines usage rights, restrictions, and enforcement related to SkillClaimed badges and branding.

2. Ownership

  • All badge designs and the platform are owned by SkillClaimed.
  • Users receive a license to display badges—not ownership.

3. Authorized Use

  • LinkedIn, resumes, websites, portfolios.
  • Emails and presentations.

4. Unauthorized Use

  • Alteration, misrepresentation, or sale of badges.
  • Unauthorized use of brand assets.

5. Corporate Licensing

  • Follow fair issuance criteria.
  • Avoid altering or misusing badge systems.

6. Enforcement

  • Badge misuse can lead to revocation or suspension.
  • Legal action may be taken for infringement.

Report violations: [email protected]

SkillClaimed Refund & Cancellation Policy

1. No Refunds for Digital Badges

Due to instant delivery, digital badges are non-refundable.

2. Corporate Plans

  • Refunds may be issued within 7 days of purchase if no badges issued.
  • In case of unresolved technical issues.

3. Cancellations

  • Individual badges: No cancellation post-purchase.
  • Subscriptions: Monthly plans cancellable anytime. Annual plans are not partially refunded.

4. Exceptions

  • Duplicate purchases.
  • Technical failures.
  • Fraud.

5. Disputes & Chargebacks

  • Contact us before filing a chargeback.
  • Unauthorized chargebacks may lead to badge revocation and account suspension.

6. Refund Processing

  • Issued to original payment method.
  • Processed within 5–10 business days.

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