> For the complete documentation index, see [llms.txt](https://support.iafcertsearch.org/verifiers/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/verifiers/getting-started/verification-rules/updated-subscription-plans/grace-period-and-verification-limits.md).

# Grace Period and Verification Limits

The **grace period** is based on the **validity of verification access**. Once a company is verified, you gain **unlimited access to all its certificates** for the duration of your active subscription. There are **no extra charges** for viewing the same company or its certificates again during this period.

This update promotes **fair usage** while continuing to support **high-volume verification workflows** for most users.

### Grace Period per Plan Type

<table data-header-hidden><thead><tr><th width="240"></th><th>Period</th></tr></thead><tbody><tr><td>Free</td><td><strong>7 days</strong></td></tr><tr><td>Basic</td><td><strong>1 year</strong></td></tr><tr><td>Standard</td><td><strong>1 year</strong></td></tr></tbody></table>

> **Example Scenario:**
>
> * A user subscribes to the **Basic Plan** on **September 10, 2024**, with the subscription valid until **September 10, 2025**.
>   * On **October 1, 2024**, the user verifies **Company A**.
>   * From that date onward, the user has **unlimited access to all of Company A’s certificates** until the subscription ends on **September 10, 2025**.
>   * There are **no additional charges** for viewing Company A again during this period.

### **Post-Grace Period Usage**

Once the grace period ends, any subsequent access to the verified data will be subject to verification charges or limits as per the subscription model.

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### **Verification Limits**

#### **Flexible Verification Beyond Your Plan Limit**

Under the new plans, you’re no longer restricted from verifying once you reach your initially paid verification credits.

If you exceed your included credit limit, the system will continue to allow verifications and simply **charge you based on the per-unit verification rate**. This ensures uninterrupted access while providing flexibility for users with growing or unpredictable verification needs.

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Please note that limits still apply for plans under Free or Free Trial
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<table><thead><tr><th width="211.75">Plan Type</th><th>Unit Rate</th></tr></thead><tbody><tr><td><strong>Basic</strong></td><td>$4.99</td></tr><tr><td><strong>Standard</strong></td><td>$2.85</td></tr></tbody></table>

#### **Optimizing Your Plan for Better Value**

Each plan offers a different **per-unit verification rate**, reflecting how you use and benefit from the platform.

If you anticipate verifying more companies regularly, we **recommend upgrading** to a higher-tier plan instead of staying on the same one. This ensures better value and lowers your cost per verification as your usage grows.

#### **Why Upgrading Can Be More Cost-Effective**

Let’s say you're currently on the **Basic Plan**, which includes **150 company verifications**, and you regularly verify **300 companies**.

Here’s how the cost breaks down with each plan:

<table><thead><tr><th width="209.5833740234375"></th><th>Basic Plan</th><th>Standard Plan</th></tr></thead><tbody><tr><td><strong>Annual Fee</strong></td><td>$499</td><td>$999</td></tr><tr><td><strong>Included Verifications</strong></td><td> 150</td><td>350</td></tr><tr><td><strong>Overlimit</strong></td><td>600 - 150 = 450 verifications</td><td> 600 - 350 = 250 verifications</td></tr><tr><td><strong>Overlimit Unit Rate</strong></td><td>$4.99</td><td> $2.85</td></tr><tr><td><strong>Overage Cost</strong></td><td>450 × $4.99 = <strong>$2,245.50</strong></td><td>250 × $2.85 = <strong>$712.50</strong></td></tr><tr><td><strong>Total Annual Cost</strong></td><td>$499 + $2,245.50 = <strong>$2,744.50</strong></td><td>$999 + $712.50 = <strong>$1,711.50</strong></td></tr></tbody></table>

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**Conclusion:**

If you’re consistently verifying more companies, upgrading to the **Standard Plan** significantly reduces your cost per verification and eliminates overage charges.
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