Understanding Verified Badges on Callforpaper.org
TL;DR Summary
Verified badges instantly tell speakers and attendees how trustworthy an event or organizer is. There are four levels — from basic email verification all the way to Fully Verified (paid) — plus special handling for “claimable” community events.
Why Use This? (Value Proposition)
- Higher submission rates — speakers trust verified events 3× more
- Stand out in search results and public listings
- Prevent fake conferences and impersonation
- Build long-term reputation for your conference series
Badge Levels at a Glance
| Badge | Meaning | How to get it |
|---|---|---|
| Organizer Verified | Personal email verified | Automatic on sign-up |
| Organization Verified | Uses @company.edu or @organization.com email | Automatic if domain is recognized |
| Custom Domain Verified | Event runs on your own domain (e.g. cfp.pycon.org) | Verify ownership (paid plans) |
| Fully Verified (Paid) | All of the above + manual review + payment | Upgrade to Pro/Enterprise |
| Claimable | Created by Callforpaper team or community — waiting for real organizer | Anyone can claim with proof |
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→ Continue reading the specific guides below.
→ Organizer Verified
→ Organization Verified
→ Custom Domain Verified
→ Fully Verified – Paid Feature
→ Claimable Events
→ Verification FAQ