Terms of Service

1. Acceptance of Terms

By accessing this website, you confirm that you have read, understood, and agree to be bound by these Terms and our Privacy Policy. If you do not agree, you must discontinue use immediately.

2. Description of services

IAC provides accreditation services for conformity assessment bodies. This website offers:

• Public information about accreditation programs, requirements, fees, and processes.
• A searchable Directory of accredited bodies with current status and scope.
• Online application forms for accreditation and related submissions.
• Governance policies and official publications.
• Contact and complaint/appeal submission facilities.

3. User conduct

You agree not to:

• Submit false, misleading, or fraudulent information through any form or API.
• Attempt to gain unauthorized access to any part of the website, server infrastructure, or data.
• Use automated tools (bots, scrapers) to extract data from the website without prior written authorization.
• Interfere with or disrupt the integrity or performance of the website or its services.
• Reproduce, distribute, or publicly display IAC content, marks, or logos without prior written permission, except as expressly permitted under the Use of Symbol and Claims Policy.

4. Intellectual property

All content, design, logos, trademarks, and data on this website are the property of IAC or its licensors. The IAC accreditation mark is a registered trademark. Unauthorized use is prohibited and may result in legal action. Accredited bodies may use the IAC mark only in accordance with the Use of Symbol and Claims Policy.

5. Directory information

The Directory is the official public record of accreditation status and scope. While IAC makes every effort to ensure accuracy, Directory information is provided "as is." Users should verify critical information directly with IAC or the accredited body before making procurement or regulatory decisions.

6. Application submissions

By submitting an application through this website, you represent that all information provided is accurate, complete, and that you have authority to submit on behalf of the named organization. IAC reserves the right to reject incomplete or fraudulent applications.

7. Limitation of liability

To the maximum extent permitted by applicable law, IAC shall not be liable for any indirect, incidental, special, consequential, or punitive damages arising from your use of or inability to use the website or services. IAC's total liability for any claim shall not exceed the fees paid by you to IAC in the 12 months preceding the claim.

8. Disclaimer of warranties

The website and services are provided "as is" and "as available" without warranties of any kind, either express or implied, including but not limited to implied warranties of merchantability, fitness for a particular purpose, or non-infringement.

9. Indemnification

You agree to indemnify and hold harmless IAC, its officers, directors, employees, and agents from any claims, liabilities, damages, losses, or expenses arising from your use of the website, your violation of these Terms, or your infringement of any third-party rights.

10. Governing law and jurisdiction

These Terms are governed by the laws of the District of Columbia, United States, without regard to conflict of law principles. Any disputes shall be resolved in the federal or state courts located in Washington, DC.

11. Modifications

IAC reserves the right to modify these Terms at any time. Material changes will be posted on this page with an updated effective date. Continued use of the website after changes constitutes acceptance of the revised Terms.

12. Contact

Questions about these Terms should be directed to:

International Accreditation Center, Inc.
1200 G Street NW, Suite 800
Washington, DC 20005
Email: legal@accreditationcenter.org