About ClearTrust™
ClearTrust™ is the verification and accountability system behind Jewelers Connect—built to help shoppers and professionals transact with confidence.
ClearTrust™ helps reduce fraud and impersonation—without making shopping complicated.
Anonymous Sellers
No real identity, no accountability.
Misleading Listings
Specs and photos don't match reality.
Unreliable Reviews
Ratings can be purchased or manipulated.
Jewelry is high-value. Trust shouldn't be optional.
How ClearTrust™ Works
ClearTrust™ is built on three pillars that work together.
Verification
Confirm business and identity details before someone can sell.
Accountability
Peer vouching + transaction-backed reviews keep standards high.
Transparency
Clear signals help buyers compare sellers quickly.
Verification—so you're not buying from a mystery profile.
Before a professional can sell or offer services, they complete verification designed to reduce fraud and impersonation.
Business Verification
- Business registration & company details
- Operating presence & contact validation
- Address/location confirmation where applicable
Identity Verification
- Identity verification for key representatives
- Email/phone verification
- Role-based verification for teams when needed
Documentation as needed
- Proof of insurance when applicable
- Resale certificate or trade credentials
- Licenses or certifications where applicable
Real reviews—only from real transactions.
Typical online reviews
- ✕ Anonymous ratings
- ✕ Incentivized reviews
- ✕ Hard to verify authenticity
ClearTrust™ reviews
- Only after completed transactions
- Tied to actual outcomes
- Reputation builds over time
Peer vouching—pros vouch for pros.
Verified professionals can vouch for other verified professionals. It's an additional trust signal—never a replacement for verification.
What vouching means
- Industry recognition
- History of successful collaboration
- Confidence signal for buyers
Public web checks—simple, public information validation.
ClearTrust™ may use publicly available online information to validate consistency and identify risk signals.
What we check
- Official websites
- Business directories
- Public business listings
- Professional presence
- Court records and online reviews
What we do not do
- ✕ Access private accounts
- ✕ Read private messages
- ✕ Request sensitive personal data beyond verification needs
Trust signals you'll see on Jewelers Connect
More protection when you want it.
ClearTrust™ reduces risk up front. Optional protection tools add peace of mind at checkout.
Escrow (optional)
Funds held securely until delivery confirmed
Jewelry Insurance (optional)
Coverage for loss, damage, or theft
Care Plan (optional)
Maintenance and repair coverage
Frequently Asked Questions
Is ClearTrust™ required to sell?
Yes. All professionals must complete ClearTrust verification before listing items or accepting requests on Jewelers Connect.
How long does verification take?
Most verifications are completed instantly. Complex cases may take up to 5 business days.
Do all sellers need proof of insurance?
Not always. Insurance is required only when providing services and fulfilling insurance claims.
How do reviews work?
Reviews can only be left after a transaction or proof of engagement to ensure all reviews are real.
Shop with confidence.
Join shoppers and professionals who trust ClearTrust™ for jewelry transactions.