FAQ'S
Thanks for getting in touch. Please check FAQs (Frequently Asked Questions) below :
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Click on the “Apply for a Record” button on our website.
Fill out the online application form with your details and record your idea.
After you submit the form, our Records Management Team will review your application.
Once accepted, you’ll get:
Official Record Guidelines (explaining the rules you must follow)
Guide to Your Evidence (explaining what proof you need to send)
📤 Important: Do not send any videos or documents until you receive the guidelines.
Submit all required evidence online as per the guide.
Our team will carefully check your submission.
If your record is approved, the applicant will be required to submit Editorial, Verification, and Documentation Charges.
These charges are collected only for the services provided, such as record verification, certificate creation, and publishing.
Please note: These are not "pay and play" fees, but service-based charges applicable only after approval. Important Note on Fees:
The fee will be applicable only after your record is approved.
If your record is not approved, no fee will be charged.
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🏆 How Your Record Application is Reviewed
At Worldwide Book of Records (WBR), we have a trained Records Management Team that carefully checks every application and piece of evidence to confirm if a record has truly been achieved.
📝 When You Apply:
Our Record Specialists will review your idea to see if it can become a valid record.
If you're applying for an existing record, we'll check what the current record is and what you need to beat.
If you're suggesting a new record, we will see if it's unique and measurable.
✅ What to Include in Your Application:
Make sure you clearly mention:
What you want to achieve
How and where you'll do it
Any helpful links or info to explain your idea better
🔍 Record Guidelines & Evidence
If your application is accepted, we will send you the Official Guidelines and an Evidence Checklist.
These documents explain all the steps and proof you need to submit (photos, videos, witness statements, etc.).
Please read the guidelines carefully and follow all the instructions.
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✅ Criteria for Approving New World Record Titles
Your idea must meet the following:
Can Be Measured – Must involve a countable or measurable result (fastest, longest, most, Maximum, Minimum, etc.).
Can Be Broken – Others should be able to try and beat it.
Can Be Repeated – Shouldn't depend on location, culture, or local resources.
Can Be Proven – Solid evidence is required (photos, video, Measurements, witnesses).
Understandable – Must relate to something known or recognized worldwide.
Truly Unique – If it’s too similar to an existing record, you’ll need to beat the current one.
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At Worldwide Book of Records, we charge a service-based fee only after your record is approved. We do not follow a "pay and play" model — our charges are not for recognition, but for the services we provide after successful verification.
✅ When Are Charges Applicable?
Charges are only applicable after your record is officially approved by our Records Management Team.
🧾 What Do the Charges Cover?
These fees help cover the cost of:
Editorial review and publishing
Detailed verification and evaluation of evidence
Creation and dispatch of your official Record Holder Certificate
Online listing and social media promotion (if included)
We believe in keeping the record process transparent, fair, and credible for all applicants.
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Yes — the Worldwide Book of Records Certificate is a symbol of official recognition for individuals and organizations who have achieved unique, measurable, and verified world records.
While we are independent and not affiliated with any other record body, our certificate holds value for several reasons:
✅ Why It’s Worthy:
Authenticity: Records go through a strict verification process before approval.
Global Recognition: Approved records are published on our website and social media, giving you worldwide visibility.
Motivation & Pride: It serves as a credible achievement to celebrate your skill, talent, or dedication.
Use for Portfolios & Publicity: Many achievers use their certificates in resumes, PR, media coverage, and branding.
⚠️ Please Note:
The value of any certificate depends on how it's used — we encourage record holders to share their achievement proudly and responsibly.
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At Worldwide Book of Records, we ensure every approved record is genuine, verified, and well-documented through a transparent process. Here's how you (or anyone) can verify the credibility of a record:
✅ 1. Official Website Listing
Every approved record is published on our official website with details such as:
Record holder's name
Record title and description
Date of achievement
Verification status
You can visit the record section of our website and search by name or category.
✅ 2. Certificate Verification
Each certificate comes with:
A unique Record ID / Certificate Number
QR Code or tracking number (in some formats)
Matching details listed on our site or verifiable by our team
You can email us the certificate number at info@worldwideworldrecords.com for direct confirmation.
✅ 3. Transparent Verification Process
Before approval, all records go through:
Guideline compliance checks
Evidence review (videos, photos, witnesses, measurements, statements)
Internal review by our Records Management Team
✅ 4. Contact Us for Confirmation
If you want to verify a certificate or claim, simply email us with the record holder's name and certificate number. Our team will confirm the authenticity.
📩 Email: info@worldwideworldrecords.com
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At Worldwide Book of Records, every record claim goes through a strict and multi-step verification process to ensure its authenticity and fairness. Here's how we verify a record:
📋 1. Application Review
Once you apply, our Records Management Team checks whether your idea qualifies as a valid world record (based on criteria like measurability, universality, breakability, etc.).
📄 2. Guidelines Issued
If accepted, we provide you with:
Official Record Guidelines (rules to follow during the attempt)
Evidence Checklist (what proof you need to submit)
📦 3. Submission of Evidence
After your attempt, you must submit all required proof online, including:
Video recordings
Photographs
Witness statements
Media coverage (if any) Measurements
Expert verification (for technical or risky records)
🔍 4. Detailed Evaluation
Our trained team carefully reviews all submitted material. We:
Check if the attempt followed the official guidelines
Verify the accuracy of results
Ensure the record is original, fair, and safe
🏅 5. Approval & Certification
If everything is in order and your attempt is successful, we approve the record and issue the Official Worldwide Book of Records™ Certificate.
⏱️ Timeframe:
Standard verification may take 15–30 working days. Fast-track options are available on request (with additional charges).
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All records at Worldwide Book of Records (WBR) are verified by our dedicated and professionally trained Records Management Team.
This team includes:
✅ Records Category Specialists – Experts who assess whether your record idea fits our global criteria.
✅ Evidence Review Officers – They carefully check your submitted videos, photos, documents, and witness statements.
✅ Technical Advisors (if needed) – For specific or complex records, external experts or specialists may be consulted to confirm accuracy and safety.
🔍 How They Work:
Review the application and assign proper guidelines
Check that all required evidence is submitted and authentic
Ensure the attempt followed all official rules
Confirm that the result is measurable, repeatable, and fair
Only after passing this strict review, a record is officially approved and the certificate is issued.
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At Worldwide Book of Records, we take the accuracy and integrity of our records very seriously. All approvals are based on the evidence provided and the truthfulness of the applicant.
If any record is later found to be approved based on false information, manipulated evidence, or intentional misrepresentation, the following actions will be taken:
🚫 1. Immediate Cancellation
The record will be revoked immediately, and the record title will be removed from our official listings.
📝 2. Certificate Declared Invalid
Any certificate or recognition issued for that record will be considered null and void.
🔍 3. Internal Review
We will conduct a review of how the misinformation was missed and take corrective actions to improve the verification process.
⚖️ 4. Possible Ban on Reapplication
Applicants found to have submitted false records may be permanently banned from submitting records in the future.
🔄 Transparency Commitment
We encourage anyone who suspects a record to be false to contact us at 📩 info@worldwideworldrecords.com with evidence or concerns. We will re-investigate the matter.
This policy ensures fairness for all participants and maintains the credibility of the Worldwide Book of Records.