Methodology
How certification works
A structured process combining applicant declarations, evidence, document and metadata analysis, automated signals and independent review.
- 01
Apply
Create an application for a specific work and version.
- 02
Answer
Complete a questionnaire tailored to your asset type.
- 03
Submit evidence
Provide drafts, files, history and other private evidence.
- 04
Internal review
An independent reviewer examines declarations and evidence.
- 05
Decision
The certification decision is made by a human reviewer.
- 06
Certificate
Receive your certificate, QR code and seal assets.
- 07
Publish your seal
Display the dynamic badge on your site or printed work.
- 08
Continuous verification
Status stays live and can change if circumstances do.
Our methodology
Methodology disclaimer
No automated technology can determine AI authorship with absolute certainty. AI FREE certification decisions are based on a combination of declarations, evidence, technical analysis and review procedures defined by the applicable certification standard. AI FREE is not an AI detector.