Digital Certification (Digital Credentials / Digital Certificates)
Digital certification refers to an electronic statement issued by an awarding body to an individual to confirm and provide proof of their learning outcomes, skills, or achievements . Unlike traditional paper or PDF certificates, digital credentials are designed for security, portability, and instant verification. The United Nations Institute for Training and Research (UNITAR) launched its first blockchain-based digital certificate in January 2026, marking a strategic shift toward credentials that are trusted, portable, and easy to share . These certificates are secured by blockchain technology, allowing employers and institutions to authenticate them through a simple verification link, ensuring the credential has not been tampered with . Recipients can easily share their certificates across professional platforms, add them to CVs, download them for personal records, and access them anytime from anywhere . The European Union has also developed the European Digital Credentials for Learning (EDC) framework, which provides a common technical approach so that certificates from one Member State can be understood and verified in any other . Major technology companies like Microsoft also issue digital credentials, including role-based certifications and Applied Skills badges, which are shareable on platforms like LinkedIn and renewable annually at no cost .
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