1. Certificate Issuance
LinguaPath certificates are issued automatically when you pass a level assessment with a score of 80% or higher. Certificates are:
- Generated instantly upon successful assessment completion
- Available as downloadable PDF documents
- Assigned a unique verification ID (UUID)
- Recorded permanently in our system for verification
2. What Certificates Represent
LinguaPath certificates prove that you:
- Completed the LinguaPath course for a specific CEFR level
- Passed the assessment with a score of 80% or higher
- Demonstrated knowledge of the material covered in that level
LinguaPath certificates are NOT:
- Official language proficiency certifications
- Equivalent to IELTS, TOEFL, Cambridge English, or other accredited examinations
- Recognised qualifications for immigration, university admission, or employment requirements
- Proof of real-world language ability (only course completion)
3. Certificate Verification
Anyone can verify the authenticity of a LinguaPath certificate using the verification page at /verify/[certificate-id].
The public verification page displays:
- Student name (first name and last initial only for privacy)
- CEFR level achieved
- Assessment score
- Date of issue
- Certificate status (Valid, Revoked, or Not Found)
4. Certificate Revocation
LinguaPath reserves the right to revoke certificates in the following circumstances:
- Cheating: If we determine that the assessment was completed using prohibited assistance (sharing answers, using external tools, having someone else take the test)
- Chargebacks: If you dispute the payment with your bank instead of contacting us, all certificates associated with that purchase will be revoked
- Terms Violation: Serious violations of our Terms of Service
- Fraudulent Activity: If the account was created or used fraudulently
Revoked certificates will display a "Revoked" status on the public verification page with the date of revocation.
5. Certificate Data & Privacy
- Your full name is only visible on the PDF certificate you download
- The public verification page shows only your first name and last initial
- Certificates are retained indefinitely unless you request deletion
- If you delete your account, you can choose to retain or delete your certificates
6. Using Your Certificate
You may use your LinguaPath certificate to:
- Demonstrate personal achievement and commitment to learning
- Add to your portfolio or CV as evidence of self-directed learning
- Share on social media or professional networks (LinkedIn, etc.)
- Provide to employers as supplementary evidence of English study
Important: Always be honest about what the certificate represents. Do not claim it is an official language qualification or equivalent to accredited tests.
7. Disputes & Appeals
If you believe your certificate was revoked in error, you may appeal by contacting support@linguapath.co.uk within 30 days of revocation.
Appeals are reviewed at LinguaPath's discretion. We may request additional information or evidence to support your case.