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Upload your badges
Upload your Open Badges as PNG or PDF files. We automatically extract and verify the baked metadata.
Build your portfolio
Organise badges into collections, add personal notes, and create a professional portfolio page.
Share with the world
Share your portfolio, individual badges, or collections with employers, colleagues, and on social media.
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Frequently asked questions
Everything you need to know about Open Badges and Cred.Scot.
Open Badges are digital credentials that follow an open standard maintained by 1EdTech. Each badge contains verifiable metadata — who issued it, who earned it, what it represents, and the criteria for earning it. This information is embedded directly in the badge image file (PNG or PDF), making it portable and tamper-evident.
Yes. Cred.Scot is completely free to use. You can create an account, upload your badges, build your portfolio, collect endorsements, and share your achievements at no cost. There are no hidden fees, premium tiers, or limits on the number of badges you can store.
Cred.Scot supports Open Badges in both PNG and PDF formats. We handle both the Open Badges 2.1 and 3.0 standards. When you upload a badge, we automatically extract and validate the baked metadata to create a complete badge record.
Open Badges are widely used across Scotland. Colleges, universities, NHS boards, local authorities, third-sector organisations, and employers all issue Open Badges to recognise learning, skills, and achievements. If you've completed training, volunteering, or professional development in Scotland, there's a good chance you've earned badges you can upload.
Absolutely. You can share individual badges via a unique link, or share your entire portfolio. Each shared page shows the full badge details, your personal notes, and any approved endorsements. You can include these links in your CV, LinkedIn profile, or job applications.
Your badges are yours to keep. Because Cred.Scot stores the original badge file along with all its metadata, your credentials remain safe and accessible even if the issuing organisation changes platforms, merges, or closes down entirely. Your achievements stay with you.
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