At Zora, every member plays a part in shaping the experience. Whether you are here to connect, contribute or lead, we’ve created a role and badge system that recognises your presence and journey on the platform. Here is a simple guide to what each role and badge means.
Participant (No Badge) #
Everyone starts here. As a Participant, you can:
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Post in Circles and Communities
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Comment and engage with others
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Send private messages
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Join Communities and take part in conversations
This role gives you full access to the essentials of Zora. No badge, no pressure — just your voice and presence.
Gold Verified Check (Gold Member) #
Our highest level of recognition. This badge is only awarded at the discretion of Zora’s management after careful background checks. It is reserved for individuals and organisations we know and trust deeply.
Gold Members embody integrity, reliability and long-term value to the Zora community.
Blue Verified Check (Verified) #
You did not apply — we reached out to you.
This badge recognises standout users we find credible and inspiring. You are not a paid subscriber, but your influence, presence or contributions made you shine.
If you see a blue check, it means someone has caught our eye in a meaningful way.
Green Verified Check (Host) #
Hosts are leaders in action. This badge is earned by completing the Zora Host Course, which prepares members to:
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Lead conversations
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Mediate tensions
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Welcome and guide new members
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Embody Zora’s values in everyday interactions
Hosts do not undergo background checks, but they have shown initiative, care and consistency.
Some Hosts may also be Contributors or Moderators behind the scenes — but the Green Check is a public badge for those qualified to guide the community experience.
Black Verified Check (Premium) #
This badge means the user or organisation is a paying subscriber.
Premium members unlock posting abilities for:
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Job adverts
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Events
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Courses
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Classifieds
Some Communities (organisations) may carry the Black Check if they are paid partners. Their designated representatives managing their Community page may also be marked with this badge.
Quick Summary Table #
| Badge | Role | How it is Earned | Main Privileges |
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| None | Participant | Automatic | Core platform access |
| 🟡 | Gold Member | Management-approved with background checks | Highest level of trust and recognition |
| 🔵 | Verified | Invite only, no fee | Recognised standout user |
| 🟢 | Host | Completion of Host Course | Community leadership |
| ⚫ | Premium | Paid subscription | Post jobs, events, classifieds, and more |
If you have questions about how to advance, apply for training, or learn more about your role, feel free to visit the Help Centre or message a Host.
Together, we shape the community.
Together, we build Zora.
