> For the complete documentation index, see [llms.txt](https://support.iafcertsearch.org/certification-bodies/llms.txt). Markdown versions of documentation pages are available by appending `.md` to page URLs; this page is available as [Markdown](https://support.iafcertsearch.org/certification-bodies/getting-started/readme.md).

# Overview

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Please follow these guidelines if you have an active IAF CertSearch account and have a **Non-Conformance status.**

* [How to conform to Data Obligations](/certification-bodies/data-management/mandatory-document-md-compliance.md)
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This document is intended for the Certification Bodies accredited by an IAF MLA signatory member Accreditation Body under the main scope ISO/IEC 17021-1.&#x20;

This helps you get started with IAF CertSearch. Once you have activated your account, we will show you how to upload and manage your data. We will provide you with a step-by-step guide to assist you.

### Getting Started

To get you started, activate your IAF CertSearch account.

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[Activation](/certification-bodies/getting-started/activation.md)
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### Learn about the IAF CertSearch Data Structure

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[Certification Templates](/certification-bodies/data-management/import-certification/certification-templates.md)
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[Certified Entity and Certification Data Fields](/certification-bodies/field-name-glossary/certification-fields-glossary.md)
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### Data Management

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[Certified Entities](/certification-bodies/data-management/certified-entities.md)
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[Certifications](/certification-bodies/data-management/certifications.md)
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[Standards and Schemes](/certification-bodies/data-management/standards.md)
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[Data Import](/certification-bodies/data-management/import-certification/data-import.md)
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### Settings

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[Settings](/certification-bodies/settings/settings.md)
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[Security Settings](/certification-bodies/settings/settings/security-settings.md)
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[Notification Settings](/certification-bodies/settings/settings/notification-settings.md)
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[Certification Body Profile](/certification-bodies/settings/certification-body-profile.md)
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