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Verification Disclaimer

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AgencyBenchmark Is an Independent Private Company

AgencyBenchmark is not a government agency, regulator, licensing authority, police authority, or law-enforcement organization. Verification issued by AgencyBenchmark is not a government registration, license, or legal certification of any kind. Terms used on our certificates and profiles (such as "Verification ID") refer to our own internal reference system and do not correspond to any official government registry number.

What Verification Means

A "Verified" status indicates that, as of the date shown on the agency's profile, AgencyBenchmark reviewed the agency against our published methodology, which may include checks of business registration, address, ownership, contracts, pricing transparency, safety policies, and reputation. The specific checkpoints completed for a given agency are disclosed on that agency's public profile.

What Verification Does Not Mean

It is not a guarantee of an agency's future conduct, financial stability, or the outcome of any engagement with that agency. It does not mean AgencyBenchmark has verified every claim an agency makes about itself, its clients, or its results. It does not constitute legal, financial, or professional advice, and should not be treated as a substitute for your own due diligence. Payment of a verification or renewal fee by an agency does not guarantee a passing result; fees cover the cost of the audit process.

In-Person Inspections

Where an agency has opted into an in-person inspection, associated travel and accommodation costs are paid or reimbursed by the agency being inspected. This arrangement is disclosed on the relevant agency's profile. AgencyBenchmark's assessment findings are independent of this funding arrangement — an agency's payment for travel does not influence the inspection outcome.

Reporting a Concern

If you have information suggesting a verified agency is not meeting our published standards, or is engaged in fraudulent or harmful conduct, please report it here. We investigate credible reports and may suspend or revoke verification status as a result.

No Liability for Third-Party Conduct

AgencyBenchmark is not responsible for the actions, omissions, contracts, or representations made by any listed or verified agency. Any dispute arising from your dealings with an agency is between you and that agency.