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What Are Open Badges?
A Digital Credential for Knowledge, Skills, and Experience,
Issued Based on International Technical Standards
Open Badges serve as proof of when, by whom, and through what type of learning a specific standard has been met, allowing learning outcomes to be visualized.
They can be easily shared via email, social media, or QR codes, and recipients can verify the authenticity and details of the badge. As a result, Open Badges are gaining credibility as a method of skill certification in both corporate and educational settings, with growing potential for use in recruitment and career advancement.
Digital Credentials for
Knowledge, Skills, and Experience
An Open Badge is a digital credential that certifies knowledge, skills, and experience.
Widely adopted by universities, certification bodies, and global IT companies—especially in Europe and North America—Open Badges are also being issued by various organizations in Japan.
As an international standard, Open Badges make qualifications and learning achievements visible, and also serve as a powerful digital marketing tool to attract more test-takers and learners.
Store Open Badges in Your Wallet and
Build Your Skill Collection
Open Badges—such as certificates and completion badges—are issued by organizations and delivered to badge holders (recipients). When receiving a badge, holders can store it in their personal Open Badge Wallet.
Since Open Badges are created based on 1EdTech’s global technical standards, you can collect and manage badges from any issuing organization in a single wallet.
Boost Learner Motivation and
Promote Self-Directed Learning
Open Badges have been shown to increase learners’ motivation.
The enjoyment of collecting clearly designed and visually appealing badges contributes to stronger learning engagement.
Received badges can also be shared via email or on social media, allowing learners to showcase their accomplishments publicly.
Unique and Diverse Open Badges
Issued Around the World
As of the end of June 2025, over 1.84 million Open Badges have been issued by a wide range of organizations worldwide, including companies, universities, professional bodies, and certification institutions.
As a global framework for visualizing learning, skills, and achievements, Open Badges are being adopted across various fields.
Open Badges come in many shapes and designs. Each badge reflects the unique identity of the issuing organization, visually conveying the learner’s skills and accomplishments.
With so many appealing and collectible designs, Open Badges inspire self-motivated learning and encourage continuous skill development through the joy of collecting.
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The Reliability of Open Badges
Backed by International Standards and Technology
International Standards That
Enable Global Interoperability
Open Badges are issued based on international standards established by 1EdTech, an organization that defines a wide range of global specifications for educational technology.
Thanks to these shared specifications, the reliability of badges is maintained across countries and industries, making them a trusted form of skill certification in global contexts.
Blockchain Technology That
Makes Forgery and Tampering Impossible
Open Badges incorporate blockchain technology, making them virtually impossible to forge or tamper with.
The badge information can be easily verified online at any time, ensuring it serves as a highly trustworthy and tamper-proof credential.
Store and Accumulate Your Skills
with the Open Badge Wallet
01Centrally Manage Your Badges in a Personal Wallet
An Open Badge Wallet is your personal space where you can centrally manage all the badges you receive.
Because Open Badges are created based on 1EdTech’s globally recognized technical standards, you can store and manage badges from any issuer in a single wallet.
02Easily Share Your Knowledge, Skills, and Experience
With the Open Badge Wallet, you can generate a shareable link with just one click, making it easy to publish and share your badges on social media platforms like X (formerly Twitter), Facebook, and LinkedIn.
By showcasing your knowledge and skills through the wallet, you’ll be more motivated to earn new badges and stay engaged in self-directed learning.
Introducing the Open Badge Wallet
Mobile App
The Open Badge Wallet is now easily accessible anytime from your smartphone.
You can receive and manage your badges within the app,
and also view badge details and the badge status of your organization’s members.
Available to users who have an Open Badge 3.0 account issued on or after March 1, 2025.
