We're piloting the Prolific Partner badge to help you quickly identify studies run by verified research partners on Prolific. This badge helps you make informed decisions about which studies to take with greater transparency and confidence.
What is the Prolific Partner badge?
The Prolific Partner badge appears on studies run by selected organizations we work closely with. These partners:
Have an established relationship with Prolific and a proven track record of quality research
Consistently meet Prolific's standards for fair rewards and respectful participant experience
Maintain high standards of reliable, ethical research practices
Prolific Partners typically run large volumes of studies and may not be able to respond to individual participant messages in the same way a self-serve researcher might.
If you have questions or encounter an issue with a Prolific Partner study, please contact Prolific Support for help.
The badge helps you recognize these studies at a glance.
Where you'll see the badge
You'll see the Prolific Partner badge:
In the study list on your Prolific dashboard
On the study details page before you participate
The badge is for information only, it doesn't affect how studies are prioritized or allocated to you.
What the badge means for you
When you see the Prolific Partner badge, it means:
The study comes from a verified organization with a strong track record on Prolific
The research is expected to be conducted in line with Prolific's standards for participant experience and data handling
All studies on Prolific, badged or not, must follow our platform rules and policies.
What the badge does not mean
The Prolific Partner badge does not mean:
Prolific has individually reviewed, monitored, or endorsed the study beyond our standard checks
You're required or expected to participate in these studies
Studies without the badge are lower quality or unsafe
Always review the study details and decide whether it's right for you.
If you have concerns about a study
If you experience an issue with any study, including those with a Prolific Partner badge, you can:
Report the study directly from your dashboard
Contact Prolific Support using the icon at the bottom right of the page
We take participant feedback seriously and use it to maintain trust and quality across the platform.