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What does the Gyfts Verified badge mean?

Gyfts Verified means we have reviewed selected identity, submitted practice information, and acceptance of Gyfts practitioner standards. It is not a certification, endorsement, clinical assessment, or guarantee of any kind.

Last updated: 1 June 2026

Gyfts Verified

Identity, submitted practice information, and practitioner standards agreement reviewed by the Gyfts team. Not a certification, endorsement, or guarantee.

Human review

24-month validity

Three verification tracks

Gyfts operates three verification tracks. Each track defines what information is reviewed and what the public badge detail text says. The review inputs differ by track to reflect the nature of each practice area.

Clinical / Regulated

Identity & Credentials Reviewed

Regulated or healthcare-adjacent practitioners such as acupuncturists, counsellors, psychotherapists, osteopaths, massage therapists, nutritionists, dietitians, and similar providers.

What Gyfts reviews for this track

Identity document
License or registration number (where applicable)
Qualification certificate
Professional association membership (where applicable)
Insurance document (where applicable)
Public profile, website, or regulator listing
Scope-of-practice agreement
Gyfts Practitioner Standards agreement

Complementary / Wellness

Identity, Training & Standards Reviewed

Wellness practitioners such as Reiki practitioners, yoga teachers, breathwork facilitators, sound healers, reflexologists, aromatherapists, EFT practitioners, somatic coaches, hypnotherapists, meditation teachers, and similar practitioners.

What Gyfts reviews for this track

Identity document
Training certificates (where available)
Insurance document (where available)
Professional association membership (where available)
Public website, booking page, or social profile
Scope-of-practice agreement
Gyfts Practitioner Standards agreement

Metaphysical / Spiritual

Identity & Practice Standards Reviewed

Psychics, mediums, tarot readers, astrologers, Akashic Records practitioners, channelers, shamanic practitioners, intuitive healers, spiritual coaches, past-life readers, and similar practitioners.

What Gyfts reviews for this track

Identity document
Public website, booking page, directory profile, or social profile
Training certificate, lineage, school, mentor, or experience statement (where available — not required)
Clear service description
Pricing or session terms
Gyfts Metaphysical Practice Declaration
Gyfts Practitioner Standards agreement

Note: Formal credentials are not required for metaphysical practitioners. Many legitimate practitioners in this track may not hold formal certificates. Identity, public accountability, clear service descriptions, pricing transparency, and standards agreement are required.

Documents are handled securely. All submitted documents are stored in private encrypted storage, accessed only by authorised Gyfts staff, and permanently deleted from storage once the review is completed. We comply with GDPR and applicable data protection law.

What verification means — and what it doesn't

We believe in being direct about the scope and limits of our review process.

✓ The practitioner is a real person

Their identity has been reviewed against a government-issued document. The profile is not fake or impersonated.

✓ Submitted practice information has been reviewed

Documents, certificates, training information, public profile links, and service descriptions submitted during the review process were reviewed by the Gyfts team.

✓ Practitioner standards have been agreed to

The practitioner has accepted Gyfts Practitioner Standards and any additional declarations required for their track.

✗ Outcomes, results, or effectiveness are guaranteed

Verification reviews submitted information only. Gyfts does not guarantee the outcomes of any session, practice, or modality.

✗ Gyfts certifies, endorses, or recommends the practitioner

Gyfts Verified is not a certification, endorsement, recommendation, or approval of any practitioner, modality, service, claim, or outcome.

✗ The practitioner holds a regulated medical or clinical licence

Unless explicitly stated on their profile, most holistic practitioners are not regulated health professionals. Verification does not confirm clinical licences unless the practitioner is on the Clinical / Regulated track and has submitted relevant documentation.

Metaphysical and spiritual practices

Gyfts does not verify psychic ability, mediumship ability, spiritual claims, supernatural claims, intuitive accuracy, energetic outcomes, metaphysical effectiveness, or guaranteed results. These cannot be objectively reviewed. The Metaphysical / Spiritual verification track reviews identity, public practice information, service description, pricing terms, and acceptance of Gyfts practice standards only.

What "Gyfts Verified" does not mean

Gyfts Verified does not mean Gyfts certifies, recommends, endorses, clinically assesses, guarantees, or approves any practitioner, modality, service, claim, or outcome. It is a review of submitted information, not an endorsement.

Health and medical safety

Gyfts verification does not confirm that any modality diagnoses, treats, cures, or prevents any medical or mental health condition. Seekers should consult an appropriately qualified healthcare professional where relevant.

Many holistic, complementary, and wellness practices are not regulated in the way that medical or clinical professions are. A Gyfts Verified badge does not change the regulatory status of the practitioner or the practice. Always check the regulatory status of any practice you are considering, particularly for therapeutic or clinical concerns.

Holistic practices may complement conventional healthcare but should not replace professional medical or mental health care without guidance from a qualified professional.

Practitioner standards

All practitioners applying for verification must agree to the following standards. Breaching these standards may result in verification being revoked.

Verified practitioners agree not to:

Not to diagnose medical or mental health conditions unless legally qualified to do so
Not to claim to cure, treat, or prevent disease or medical conditions unless legally permitted
Not to advise seekers to stop prescribed medication, therapy, or professional care
Not to guarantee outcomes of any kind
Not to use fear-based selling or coercive claims
Not to exploit grief, trauma, fertility concerns, serious illness, financial distress, bereavement, or emotional vulnerability
To provide clear pricing information before sessions
To provide clear cancellation and refund terms
To be clear about the scope and limits of their services
To refer seekers to qualified healthcare, mental health, emergency, or safeguarding support where appropriate

Approval, validity, and revocation

Verification submissions are reviewed by the Gyfts team. Submissions may be approved, rejected, or returned requiring more information. Approval is not guaranteed. The review fee covers the cost of the review, not the outcome.

Verification is valid for 24 months from the date of approval. Practitioners must resubmit and renew at the end of each cycle. If a practitioner's verification lapses, the badge is removed until they renew.

Gyfts reserves the right to revoke verification at any time if a practitioner is found to be in breach of Gyfts Practitioner Standards, if credentials are found to be fraudulent or misrepresented, or if the practitioner's conduct on or off the platform raises concern, regardless of remaining validity period.

Finding verified practitioners

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The Gyfts Verified badge on a practitioner's profile shows their identity and practice information have been reviewed.

Common questions about verification

Does verification mean the practitioner is safe to work with?

Verification reviews submitted identity and practice information and confirms agreement to Gyfts Practitioner Standards. It does not guarantee safety, suitability, or outcomes. We encourage seekers to read reviews, ask questions, and do their own research before booking.

Can I only book verified practitioners?

No. Many excellent practitioners on Gyfts have not yet applied for verification. The badge is an additional trust signal, not a requirement to list on Gyfts.

What does the badge mean for a psychic, medium, or tarot reader?

For metaphysical and spiritual practitioners, Gyfts Verified means we have reviewed their identity, public practice information, service description, pricing terms, and agreement to our standards. It does not verify psychic ability, mediumship ability, spiritual claims, intuitive accuracy, energetic outcomes, or supernatural claims. These cannot be objectively reviewed.

What if a verified practitioner has false credentials?

Report the profile using the "Report this profile" link on their page. We take all reports seriously and will investigate. Verified status can be revoked if credentials are found to be fraudulent or if standards are breached.

Is verification approval guaranteed after payment?

No. The review fee covers the cost of the review, not the outcome. Submissions may be approved, rejected, or returned requiring more information. Gyfts reserves the right to reject submissions that do not meet review standards.

How long is verification valid?

Verification is valid for 24 months from the date of approval. Practitioners must renew at the end of each cycle. Verification may be revoked at any time if standards are breached, regardless of remaining validity.

Should I still do my own research?

Yes, always. Verification is one layer of trust. It is not a substitute for reading reviews, having a discovery call, checking professional registries for regulated practices, or consulting a qualified healthcare professional for medical concerns.

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