Get Invited. Get Certified. Join the Local Resistance.

Certification is by invitation only. Once invited, your business secures its place on the national map of Certified Independents — and earns the annual sticker that shows customers you’re active, genuine, and part of the movement.

One Annual Fee £150 / year (equivalent to £12.50 a month)
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Your fee is more than a payment — it’s a pledge of commitment that helps us:
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Sustain the fight — funding the tools independents need to compete with corporates.
Keep the map alive — ensuring only active, engaged businesses hold their place.
Accelerate change — pushing us all towards a more local world where communities thrive.

Tools to Power your Business all in one place

Being Certified isn’t just a badge. It’s a living toolkit to help you connect, grow, and thrive.

‍Your Place on the Map (app)
Be part of the only national map of 100% Certified Independents — trusted by locals and travellers.

‍Grow Your Own Community
Build a following inside Xplore: locals and visitors who love independents like you.

‍Newsfeed
Keep customers engaged with updates and stories that actually get seen — free from ads and algorithms.

‍Chat (optional)
Real-time conversations with your community — keep it personal, keep it local.

‍Broadcasts
Forget inbox clutter. Reach your community instantly with push notifications and messages that are — direct, relevant, and trusted.

‍Events & Experiences
Create, promote, and sell tickets through Xplore — no Xplore fees for now (just your Stripe fees).

‍Offers & Promotions (coming soon)
Reward loyalty, boost footfall at quieter times, and give Xplorers another reason to choose you over the chains.

‍Analytics & Insights (coming soon) 
See who’s engaging with your business, what’s working, and how your community is growing.