The badge

A badge that means something because it can be checked.

Every AboveBoard badge is year-stamped, colour-coded by level, and links to the firm's registry entry. Anyone can verify it in ten seconds, which is exactly what makes it worth displaying.

AboveBoard Verified 2026AboveBoard Advanced 2026AboveBoard Leading 2026AboveBoard Stewardship 2026

Usage terms

  • Licensed to the verified firm for the verified year only; the year on the badge must match the registry entry.
  • Must link to the firm's registry page wherever it is displayed online; in print, the verification ID must appear beside it.
  • May be used on websites, proposals, RFP responses, engagement letters, email signatures, office signage and social profiles.
  • May not be altered, recoloured, animated, or combined with other marks; may not imply that any AI output is certified.
  • Must be removed within 5 business days of suspension, revocation or expiry. Expired badges are visibly expired in the registry.
  • Recommended wording next to the badge: "AI governance independently verified against the AboveBoard Standard v1.0."
  • The Stewardship seal may only be displayed alongside a current Verified, Advanced or Leading badge, never alone; it certifies the firm's own stewardship practices, not the environmental performance of any AI vendor.

Embed code (issued with your listing)

<a href="https://aboveboardai.com/registry/firm/your-firm/" rel="noopener">
  <img src="https://aboveboardai.com/badges/AB-2026-00042.svg"
       alt="AboveBoard Verified 2026, AI governance independently verified"
       width="160" height="160">
</a>

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