Does OffSec have new certificates and badges?
Yes, starting April 5th, 2022 OffSec digital certificates and badges have a new look. Besides the change in look we are also bringing improvements which will make this new certificate version easier to share, easier to verify and more secure.
We also retired the traditional physical paper version of our certificates for all certifications except for OSCE3 which will include both physical paper and access to our digital offering.
You can read the full announcement here.
How can I claim my badge and digital certificate if I just passed my exam challenge?
If you have passed an exam after April 5th, 2022, your “Exam Results” email contains a URL which enables you to claim your badge. Within minutes of submitting your details via the URL, you will receive a separate email from Accredible, containing a link to your new digital badge and certificate.
In order to receive the Accredible email, make sure to check the box saying: Yes, I agree to receive digital certifications and badges from Accredible.
If you do not receive an email within the allotted time, please submit a request here and our support team will be happy to assist you.
Do I have to create an account with Accredible?
Creating an account with Accredible is not necessary in order for you to be able to view, download and share your credentials.
If you're unable to locate the email from Accredible after claiming your badge.certificate, you can retrieve the certificates or badges associated with your email address here.
If you already have an account with Accredible or wish to create one, you can sign in or setup your new account here.
I passed my exam years ago. How can I get a digital certificate from Accredible?
All of our alumni are able to claim their digital badge and certificate for any exam they've passed with OffSec. If you haven’t already received an email notification from OffSec with information about your Accredible digital credentials, then please submit a request here.
I already have a badge and digital certificate. Do I need to switch to the new vendor?
Digital badges and certificates issued through Credly will be disabled soon, as such we recommend all our learners to transition to the Accredible. Once the Credly badges are disabled, any links shared via social networks (i.e. LinkedIn) will also be disabled.
How do I switch from Credly to the new vendor?
If you have claimed a badge with Credly in the past, be on the lookout for an email with further instructions on how to complete your transition to the new vendor within the coming weeks.
How can I share my Accredible badge and digital certificate on social media?
To share your certification on social media, access your digital credential with Accredible and use the buttons in the “Share your achievement!” section.
How can I download my digital certificate or badge?
Once you've accessed the "My credentials" page, you will first have to select the credentials you would like to download. Once you're on the selected credentials page (i.e. OSEP), you can download the certificate and/or badge via the buttons under the credential's name:
Why does the digital certificate look different from my printed certificate?
We have transitioned to a new version for our certificates as of April 2022. All digital certificates, present and past, are being issued in the new format, while all physical certificates that had been printed by OffSec until now were being issued using the old format.
Can I remove an OffSec badge from my account, if I no longer want to showcase it?
If you no longer wish to showcase your badge and certificate, you can switch the privacy of your credential from Public to Private. Note, in order to use this functionality, you will need to create an account with Accredible.
How can I change the name appearing on my certification/badge?
In order to modify the name appearing on your badge and certification, please submit a request here and we’ll be happy to assist you.
Note that OffSec issues certificates only under the legal name appearing on your official, Government-issued IDs.
I have purchased my course/exam attempt before April 2022. Will I get a paper certificate?
Final eligibility to receive a physical paper certificate, other than the OSCE3, requires starting an exam by April 4, 2022 (23:00 GMT).
All exams started by that date, that subsequently have the exam documentation submitted and accepted will then be graded, and if passed, the learners may elect to receive a physical paper certificate and wallet card. The physical paper certificate will be printed in the old format.
Does the duration of the grading process impact my eligibility to receive a physical certificate?
Our grading process may take up to 10 days to complete, however, this period will not impact your eligibility in any way. As long as you have attempted your exam before April 4, 2022 (23:00 GMT) and receive a passing grade, you will have the option to receive a paper certificate. Exams taken starting April 5, 2022 will only be accompanied by the digital certification and badge.
Note, should you fail your current exam attempt, subsequent exams will only come with the digital certificate version. You will be able to print your certificate on your own home printer or at a local shop.
Can I receive a paper version of the certificate for an extra fee?
No, outside of the OSCE3, we have stopped the printing for all of our certificates.
I lost my old paper certificate, can I order a reprint?
While ordering a reprint is no longer available, you are highly encouraged to claim your digital certificate and badge. The new digital certificates available after April 5th, 2022 are built to allow our learners to print them if they wish to do so.
A guide containing our recommended printing specifications can be found here.
Can I print the digital certificate?
Yes, learners who pass an exam receive access to a high quality digital version of their certificate which can be printed on demand from home or at a local print shop.
Will my digital certificate and badge expire?
No. Our certifications do not expire and do not need to be renewed. Therefore, the associated digital certificate and badges will also not expire.
Can I use my digital certificate as proof of having achieved an OffSec certification?
Yes, the digital certificate carries the same weight as a paper certificate.
If I pass an exam after April 4, 2022, will I still receive a wallet card?
No, with the exception of OSCE3, learners will no longer receive a wallet card after successfully passing one of our exams.
The traditional printed wallet cards have also been modernised. With Accredible, you can now add your credentials to your mobile wallet by selecting Add to Mobile Wallet in the More drop-down menu.
To add your wallet card, you will have to open the page on your mobile, while being logged in to your Accredible account, and press the Add to Wallet button.
