Multiple layers of verification to ensure only legitimate US businesses earn our seal of approval
No Shortcuts. No Exceptions.
In an era where anyone can create a professional-looking website, we've built a verification system that goes far beyond surface-level checks. Our multi-layered approach makes it virtually impossible for fraudulent businesses to slip through.
We perform comprehensive legal record lookups through state and federal databases to verify your business entity exists and is in good standing.
Secretary of State business registry verification
Federal EIN (Employer Identification Number) validation
Business entity type confirmation (LLC, Corporation, etc.)
Active status and good standing verification
You'll be required to submit official incorporation documents that we verify against public records and authenticate for legitimacy.
Articles of Incorporation or Organization
Operating Agreement or Bylaws
IRS EIN Confirmation Letter
Business licenses and permits (industry-specific)
We conduct unscheduled phone calls at random times to verify your business operates from the stated address and maintains real operational capacity.
Multiple calls at different times of day
Verification of business operations and knowledge
Confirmation of authorized representatives
Detection of call forwarding to international numbers
We send verification requests and support inquiries to your business email to confirm operational support infrastructure and response times.
Domain ownership verification (must use business domain)
Professional email infrastructure check
Response time and quality assessment
Multiple contact points verified
We mail a physical letter containing a unique verification code to your business address. You must receive and enter this code to prove physical presence.
USPS certified mail to stated business address
Time-sensitive verification code entry requirement
Mailbox vs. physical location verification
Cross-reference with known mailbox services and virtual office providers
We employ multiple sophisticated techniques to identify businesses attempting to appear US-based when they're not.
Virtual office and mail forwarding service detection
International VoIP and call forwarding identification
Website hosting location and CDN analysis
Payment processor and bank account verification
Social media and online presence authentication
Pattern recognition for known fraudulent behaviors
Verification isn't a one-time event. We conduct periodic re-verification to ensure businesses maintain their legitimate status.
Quarterly compliance checks
Annual full re-verification required
Automatic monitoring of business registry status
Complaint and dispute resolution system
Immediate revocation for fraudulent activity
Verification Timeline
1-2 Days
Submit your application and required documentation for initial review
5-10 Days
We conduct our multi-layered verification process including mail delivery
1-2 Days
Final review and badge deployment to your business
Total Time: Typically 7-14 business days from application to approval
* Timeline may vary based on documentation completeness and mail delivery times
Fraudsters rely on shortcuts. They use virtual offices, mail forwarding services, VoIP numbers that route to offshore call centers, and fake documentation.
Our multi-layered approach doesn't just check one or two boxes—it creates a verification gauntlet that's virtually impossible to fake. Each layer catches different types of fraud:
The result? When you see our verification badge, you can trust it represents a genuine, US-based business with a real physical presence.
If you're a legitimate US business, our verification process should be straightforward. Start your application today.