Verification from a creator's perspective
Human Verified™ is built around the reality of how creative work actually gets made — iteratively, imperfectly, and unmistakably by a human being.
Why this exists
AI-generated content has flooded every creative field. Buyers, commissioners, galleries, publishers, and audiences can no longer tell the difference between work made by a person and work produced by a machine in seconds.
Human Verified™ exists to give that distinction back to you. We review the evidence of your creative process and issue an independent certificate confirming that your work was made by a human being, you.
This certification is for any creator, in any discipline, who makes things with their mind, their hands, their voice, or their craft.
The verification process
Here is exactly what happens from the moment you apply to the moment you receive your certificate.
You submit your application
You complete the application form with your name, email, creative discipline, the title of the work, and a description of your creative process.
You then attach your evidence — links to cloud-stored files, or direct uploads. The more evidence you provide, the stronger your application.
We review your evidence
Our reviewers examine everything you submit. We are looking for the marks of a genuine human creative process: iteration, decision-making, revision, and the kind of imperfect, evolving thinking that machines do not produce.
We do not judge the quality of your work. We are not a competition or an award. We are only verifying that a human being made it.
We contact you with our decision
We aim to respond within 5–7 working days. If your application is successful, we will issue your certificate and badge immediately. If we need more evidence, we will tell you exactly what is missing and invite you to resubmit.
You receive your certification
Successful applicants receive a verification certificate, a unique verification ID, a permanent public record, and a Human Verified™ badge to display wherever your work is shown.
What counts as valid evidence
You do not need to have kept a perfect archive. Most creators have more evidence than they realise. Below is a guide to the kinds of evidence we look for, organised by discipline.
Creation process
- Initial pencil sketches
- Thumbnail concepts
- Rough compositions
- Colour studies
- Character sheets
- Practice sketches
- Rejected concepts
Digital evidence
- Layered PSD/Procreate files
- Layer history screenshots
- Undo/redo history screenshots
- Brush settings used
- Time-lapse recordings from Procreate
- Version history from cloud storage
Supporting evidence
- Reference photos you took
- Mood boards
- Research images
- Screenshots of work in progress
- Livestream recordings
- Social media posts showing work progression
Draft development
- First draft
- Second draft
- Edited draft
- Final manuscript
Research evidence
- Research notes
- Interview notes
- Article bookmarks
- Source documents
- Mind maps
- Plot outlines
Writing history
- Microsoft Word version history
- Google Docs revision history
- Scrivener project files
- Change tracking records
- Editor feedback rounds
Additional proof
- Writing journal entries
- Character development notes
- Planning documents
- Early chapter drafts
Project process
- Creative brief
- Client requirements
- Discovery notes
- Initial concepts
- Alternative logo options
- Brand exploration documents
Design files
- Illustrator source files
- Photoshop source files
- Figma version history
- InDesign working files
Client collaboration
- Client emails
- Feedback rounds
- Revision requests
- Design rationale presentations
Creation evidence
- Written lyrics
- Notebook pages
- Voice memo recordings
- Chord sheets
- Composition drafts
Production evidence
- DAW project files
- Session recordings
- Multiple exports
- Track stems
- Revision versions
Supporting material
- Practice recordings
- Demo recordings
- Collaboration messages
- Studio session footage
Original assets
- RAW image files
- Memory card exports
- Contact sheets
- Camera metadata
Creation journey
- Shooting plans
- Location scouting notes
- Behind-the-scenes photos
- Lighting setup photos
Editing evidence
- Lightroom catalogue
- Edit history
- Before-and-after exports
- Multiple edit versions
Physical evidence
- Material purchases
- Workshop photos
- Progress photos
- Tool usage photos
Production records
- Design sketches
- Measurements
- Prototype versions
- Failed attempts
Business records
- Material invoices
- Supplier receipts
- Production logs
Creation process
- Initial concept sketches
- Thumbnail explorations
- Rough colour blocking
- Composition studies
- Rejected direction attempts
- Style reference boards
Digital file evidence
- Layered source files (PSD, Krita, Clip Studio)
- Layer history or panel screenshots
- Undo/redo history screenshots
- Brush and tool settings used
- Version history from cloud storage
- Auto-save or backup file sequence
Process recordings
- Time-lapse or speed-paint recordings
- Screen recordings of working sessions
- Livestream recordings or VODs
- Work-in-progress screenshots at multiple stages
Supporting evidence
- Reference photos you gathered or took
- Mood boards and visual research
- Social media posts showing progression
- Client briefs or commission messages
- Collaboration or feedback correspondence
Pricing
Human Verified™ charges a flat fee per application. There are no subscriptions, no renewals, and no hidden costs. Your certificate and badge are yours permanently once issued.
For individuals
Single work
Verification of one piece of work. Includes certificate, unique ID, public record, and badge.
- One work verified
- Verification certificate
- Unique verification ID
- Permanent public record
- Human Verified™ badge
- Response within 5–7 working days
Portfolio (up to 5 works)
Verify up to five works in a single application. Ideal for a body of work, a series, or a collection.
- Up to 5 works verified
- Individual certificate per work
- Unique verification ID per work
- Permanent public record
- Human Verified™ badge
- Response within 5–7 working days
For teams
Small team
2–20 peopleFor small studios, agencies, and creative teams. Volume pricing across your team's work with a dedicated account contact.
- Volume pricing across the team
- Centralised billing
- Dedicated account contact
- All individual tier deliverables per work
- Priority review turnaround
Enterprise
20+ peopleFor large organisations, publishers, agencies, and platforms that need certification at scale. Custom contracts and SLAs available.
- Unlimited team members
- Custom contract and SLA
- API access for bulk submissions
- White-label certificate option
- Dedicated account manager
- Onboarding and training session
Prices shown exclude VAT. VAT will be added at checkout where applicable. Team pricing is provided on application.
Ready to apply?
Start your application today. The process takes around 15 minutes and we will handle the rest.