To verify your Udemy certificate online, you primarily use the unique URL and Certificate ID associated with each certificate of completion. These credentials allow anyone to confirm the authenticity and details of your completed course directly on Udemy's platform.
Accessing Your Udemy Certificate of Completion
Before you can verify or share your certificate, you need to access it from your Udemy account.
- Complete the Course: Ensure you have finished all curriculum items of the course. As soon as this is done, the trophy icon located above the course player will change color, and you will receive a notification indicating that your certificate of completion is ready.
- Retrieve Your Certificate:
- Click on the trophy icon.
- Then, click "Get Certificate" to view your official certificate of completion.
- Download or Print: Once displayed, you'll have options to download it as a PDF or print it.
Verifying a Udemy Certificate Online
Udemy provides a straightforward method for both the certificate holder and third parties (like employers) to verify the authenticity of a certificate. Every valid certificate of completion on Udemy has a unique, verifiable link.
How to Find Your Certificate's Unique Verification Link
- Access Your Certificate: Follow the steps above to open your certificate of completion.
- Locate Sharing Options: On the certificate page, you will typically find options to share or download. Look for a "Share" or "Link" button/icon.
- Copy the Link: When you click to share, an option to copy the unique URL for your certificate will be provided. This URL is your direct verification link.
How to Verify a Certificate Using its Unique Link or ID
When a unique certificate URL is provided, anyone can verify its authenticity by simply visiting that link.
- Direct URL Access: The easiest way to verify is to paste the unique URL directly into a web browser. This link will take you to a dedicated Udemy page displaying the certificate, including the course title, instructor, your name, completion date, and a unique Certificate ID.
- Certificate ID: Although the primary method is the unique URL, each certificate also includes a unique Certificate ID. While Udemy doesn't currently offer a public portal where you can just type in an ID to verify, the ID is embedded in the unique URL and visible on the certificate itself, serving as an additional authenticator when viewed via its dedicated page.
Verification Table:
| Feature | Description | How it's used for verification |
|---|---|---|
| Unique URL | A distinct web address for each certificate. | Directly visit the URL to see the certificate on Udemy's platform. |
| Certificate ID | A unique alphanumeric code embedded in the certificate. | Confirms the certificate's identity when viewed via its unique URL. |
| Udemy Branding | Official Udemy logos and design. | Ensures the certificate originates from Udemy. |
| Course Details | Course title, instructor name, completion date. | Matches with claimed course completion. |
Sharing Your Udemy Certificate Effectively
Once you have your certificate and its unique verification link, you can share it across various platforms to showcase your skills and achievements.
Practical Tips for Sharing:
- LinkedIn:
- Go to your LinkedIn profile.
- Add a new "License & Certification" entry.
- Input the course name, Udemy as the issuing organization, and paste your unique certificate URL into the "Credential URL" field.
- You can also post the certificate directly to your feed.
- Resume/CV:
- Include the course title under an "Education" or "Professional Development" section.
- Add the unique certificate URL next to the course name or as a hyperlink, allowing potential employers to verify it instantly.
- Personal Website/Portfolio: Embed the certificate or link to its unique URL from your personal professional site.
- Social Media: Share the link or a screenshot of your certificate on platforms like X (formerly Twitter) or Facebook to announce your achievement.
Important Considerations:
- Paid Courses Only: Certificates of completion are generally offered for paid courses on Udemy. Free courses typically do not provide them.
- Name on Certificate: Ensure your name is correctly spelled and displayed on your Udemy profile before completing a course, as this name will appear on your certificate. You can usually update it if needed.
- Instructor Approval: While most courses offer an automatic certificate upon completion, some may require manual approval from the instructor if they involve graded assignments.
By leveraging the unique URL provided by Udemy, you can confidently verify and share your learning achievements with anyone, anywhere online.
