Platform Roles & Trust Badges
ANIMEX verifies sellers and organizations to create a safe, trustworthy marketplace. Learn about each role and how to earn your badge.
Verified Seller
Individual sellers who have completed our identity verification process.
Benefits
- Increased buyer trust and visibility
- Higher listing limits
- Verified badge on all listings
- Priority in search results
How to Apply
Submit a valid South African ID document and proof of address through the Verification Hub.
Verified Breeder
Registered breeders with documented breeding facilities and health certifications.
Benefits
- Premium breeder badge on all listings
- Reduced commission rates for verified breeders
- Featured placement in breed-specific searches
- Ability to showcase vet certificates
- Higher trust score for buyers
How to Apply
Register your breeding facility, provide KUSA/SABT registration, and submit facility documentation.
Welfare Organization
Verified animal welfare organizations dedicated to animal rescue and rehoming.
Benefits
- Dedicated Organization Portal for managing adoptions
- Welfare-Verified badge builds donor and adopter confidence
- Application management workflow
- Adoption payment processing
- Analytics dashboard for adoption metrics
How to Apply
Submit NPO registration, welfare compliance documentation, and facility inspection report.
Licensed Veterinarian
Verified veterinary professionals offering animal health services and consultations.
Benefits
- Licensed Vet badge for professional credibility
- Ability to issue verified health certificates
- Direct referrals from marketplace listings
- Professional profile page
How to Apply
Submit SAVC registration number and practice details for verification.
Registered Shelter
Verified animal shelters and rescues providing temporary homes for animals in need.
Benefits
- Registered Shelter badge for community trust
- Full adoption management tools
- Exposure to thousands of potential adopters
- Integration with welfare reporting
- Zero commission on adoption fees
How to Apply
Provide shelter registration, facility details, and animal welfare compliance documentation.
Ready to Get Verified?
Start the verification process today and build trust with buyers and adopters across South Africa.
Frequently Asked Questions
How long does verification take?
Verification typically takes approximately one working week after all documents are submitted. We review each application carefully to maintain platform integrity.
Is there a cost for verification?
Basic seller verification is free. Organization and breeder verification is also free.
Can verification be revoked?
Yes. Verified status can be revoked if a user violates our welfare policy, receives multiple valid complaints, or fails to maintain required standards.
What documents do I need?
Requirements vary by role: Individual sellers need a valid SA ID. Breeders need breeding registration. Organizations need NPO registration and welfare compliance documentation.
Do organizations pay commission on adoptions?
Registered shelters and welfare organizations benefit from reduced or zero commission on adoption fees, supporting their mission to rehome animals.