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Giveth is making use of project verification to review a project’s legitimacy and to reward donors to those projects via the [GIVbacks program](https://docs.giveth.io/giveconomy/givbacks). Project owners can apply directly from their project page after signing in by clicking **VERIFY PROJECT**.

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<img alt='How to Apply' width="90%" src={useBaseUrl('img/content/Verification/VerifiedArrow.png')} />
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The Verification system is a unique vetting system the Giveth platform uses to ensure that projects listed on the platform are legitimate and trustworthy. The system is designed to help donors feel confident that their donations are going to projects that are making a positive impact in the world.

## Verification Points

This document serves as a guide to understanding the Project Verification process, what information is needed to apply, as well as what qualifies/disqualifies a project for participation in the GIVbacks program.
Giveth uses a system of verification points to determine the level of verifcation a project has and thus, which benefits they are eligible for. Verification points are earned by receiving vouches from a group of ecosystem experts and trusted contributors known as Giveth Verifiers.

## Benefits of Becoming a Verified Project
**Currently there are two tiers of project verification each with its own set of benefits:**
- **Level 1** - Projects with level 1 verification can be boosted by [GIVpower](./GIVpower.md) will show up higher on the project list based on the amount of GIVpower they have.
- **Level 2** - Projects with level 2 verification will have all the benefits of level 1 and are eligible for the [GIVbacks program](/giveconomy/givbacks), making donors to their project eligible to receive GIV tokens.

Verifiers issue vouches on-chain using DeVouch, which uses attestations on Optimism using the [Ethereum Attestation Service](https://attest.org/). To learn more about DeVouch check out the [docs](/devouch/) or visit the [website](https://devouch.xyz)

### Additional Benefits of Becoming a Verified Project

- Create greater legitimacy for your Project.
- Build deeper trust and transparency with Donors.
- Make your project stand out! Get listed as a ‘Verified’ project on our platform and searchable by that category.
- GIV stakers will be able to boost your project with [GIVpower](https://docs.giveth.io/giveconomy/givpower). Yes. You can even boost your own project!
- Wearing the 'Verified' badge can increase your project's chances of participation in [Giveth’s Quadratic Funding](https://docs.giveth.io/quadraticfunding) rounds.
- Participate in the GIVbacks program, which rewards Givers for philanthropic donations. Once your project is verified, the supporters who donate to your project will be rewarded with GIV tokens. GIVbacks eligibility will greatly increase the likelihood of your project receiving donations. ***Note that verified project addresses will not receive GIVbacks rewards for donations made to their own project or any other verified projects. Please refer to the [Disqualifying Measures](#disqualifying-factors-for-the-givbacks-program) outlined below.***
***Note that verified project addresses will not receive GIVbacks rewards for donations made to their own project or any other verified projects. Please refer to the [Disqualifying Measures](#disqualifying-factors-for-the-givbacks-program) outlined below.***



## Qualifying Measures for Project Verification
## How to Get Points

Giveth Verifiers will periodically review projects once they are listed on the Giveth platform. They will check the project's description and any social links added to the project page. Each verifier chooses to vouch for a project at their own discretion, based on the information provided. For this it is essential that you take the time to fill out your project page with as much information as possible, including links, social media accounts and any video or photo content.

## Impact Audit

Additionally, it is highly encouraged that project's looking to get verified complete an Impact Audit. This is a form that will provide Giveth Verifiers with additional information about the project's impact and how they are working to achieve their goals.

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<img alt='How to Apply' width="90%" src={useBaseUrl('img/content/Verification/VerifiedArrow.png')} />
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Are you interested in getting your project verified on Giveth? The verification process will require some additional information about a project and the intended impact of the organization.
The rest of this document serves as a guide to understanding how the Impact Audit works, what information is needed to submit, as well as what qualifies/disqualifies a project for participation in the GIVbacks program.

**These are the top criteria we look for when verifying any project:**
**These are the top criteria we look for when reviewing an Impact Audit:**

* Action and Impact: We want to see that your project has a track record of making a difference in the world. An idea cannot be verified, but what we CAN verify is action and impact!

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After we receive your application, it will be reviewed by our team and a decision will be made. You can expect to receive the results via email within 2 weeks. Once approved, your project's status is updated on Giveth and it will be given a 'Verified' badge. ***Verified badges will automatically expire after 3 months of project inactivity.
Be sure to share your progress with the world by adding regular updates!***

## Application Process
### Submitting an Impact Audit

Let’s take a closer look at what will need to be provided when applying for verification!
Let’s take a closer look at what will need to be provided when submitting your Impact Audit!

**A few things to consider before you start:**
- If your project is a registered non-profit organization, you will need to upload verifiable proof to complete the form.
- You will need to provide a link to a public post made by your organization where you have shared a link to your Giveth project to prove that the project is indeed owned by the organization it claims to be.
- You will be required to submit a list of all wallet addresses used for managing funds within your project.
- You will want to ensure that your project description is up to date and includes media or links to external sites where the team can clearly see the evidence of your project’s actions.

### Personal Info
#### Personal Info

In this section, we will collect your name, wallet address and ask you to verify your email. Once you click the 'Verify Email Address' button, you will be sent an email with a link for you to verify the email address attached to your profile.

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<img alt='Personal Info' width="90%" src={useBaseUrl('img/content/Verification/PersonalInfo.png')} />
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### Social Profiles
#### Social Profiles

On this page, you should list any social media handles or accounts that can help the team learn more about who you are as a project owner. Connecting your social media accounts is a good way to show that you are who you say you are.

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<img alt='Social Profiles' width="90%" src={useBaseUrl('img/content/Verification/SocialProfiles.png')} />
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### Registration
#### Registration

If your project is part of a registered non-profit organization, you will need to upload documentation to prove your registered status. We also ask that you provide a link to your country's government registry where the team can look up and confirm your status.

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<img alt='Registration' width="80%" src={useBaseUrl('img/content/Verification/Registration.png')} />
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### Project Contact
#### Project Contact

In case of necessary communications like questions about your application, QF round eligibility, or problems with your project, please supply your contact details in this section.

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<img alt='Project Contact' width="80%" src={useBaseUrl('img/content/Verification/ProjectContact.png')} />
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### Impact
#### Impact

Here you will be asked to explain to our team the mission of your project and what measurable impact it has already attained. We want to hear about past activities, milestones reached and any future plans that you may have. Please be sure to provide evidence of your history of action either via link or uploaded content.

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<img alt='Impact' width="80%" src={useBaseUrl('img/content/Verification/Impact.png')} />
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### Managing Funds
#### Managing Funds

We need to know that your project is providing some sort of benefit to society or public good in order to be eligible for the GIVbacks program. Giveth verified projects should be providing a non-excludable non-rivalrous good or service to the world. You will be asked to explain how the funds received by your Giveth project will be used for this purpose. Note that projects focused on personal gain will be rejected.

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<img alt='Managing Funds' width="90%" src={useBaseUrl('img/content/Verification/ManagingFunds.png')} />
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### Terms & Conditions
#### Terms & Conditions

In the last step, you will need to agree to the GIVbacks program policies before being able to submit the application.

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3. **The funds are not being used for what is expressed in the project page or submitted verification application.** Verified projects are responsible for keeping their projects up-to-date with information on how the funds are being used. If the project states explicitly that they are, for example, using the funds to develop education programs but are found to be using the funds to employ developers, they may be disqualified from the GIVbacks program.
4. **Unscrupulous or fraudulent activity.** This can be the use of violence, breaking laws, or other behaviour that does not uphold the values of the Giveth community. Projects found to be violating our Terms and Conditions will not only lose their verification status, but they also will be canceled.

The Giveth Project Verification Team is responsible for monitoring GIVbacks activity as well as the Project Verification System. We will ultimately use our discretion to determine whether a project’s actions are unscrupulous and/or disqualifying.
The Giveth Core Verification Team is responsible for monitoring GIVbacks activity as well as the Project Verification System. We will ultimately use our discretion to determine whether a project’s actions are unscrupulous and/or disqualifying.

## Graduated Sanctions for flagged projects

The activity and donation history of Verified Projects will be periodically reviewed. Verified projects that are flagged for any of the disqualifying factors above will be analyzed and discerned according to the graduated sanctions outlined here:

- A project that has been flagged and deemed to be disqualified for the **first time** will be notified and their donors will not receive GIVbacks for that round and the next. They will not, however, lose their verified status immediately and will have the opportunity to make any changes necessary to keep it.
- A project that has been flagged and deemed to be disqualified for the **second time** will be notified that their project has been flagged and that the donors for that round and all future rounds will not be receiving GIVbacks. Once a project has received a second flag, it will lose its 'Verified' badge.
- A project that has been flagged and deemed to be disqualified for the **first time** will be notified and their donors will not receive GIVbacks for that round and the next. They will not, however, have their verification level downgraded immediately and will have the opportunity to make any changes necessary to keep it.
- A project that has been flagged and deemed to be disqualified for the **second time** will be notified that their project has been flagged and that the donors for that round and all future rounds will not be receiving GIVbacks. Once a project has received a second flag, it will be degraded down to level 1 of verification.
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