We offer several ways to issue badges. Pick the one that fits how you work. Below is a summary of every option, with a link to the full guide for each method.
Issuing badges via email
The classic method. Add a recipient’s name and email address, and they’ll receive a direct link to claim their badge.
Best for: One-off badge issuing.
Recipient action: Claim via an email link.
Read the full guide: Issuing Digital Badges via Email.
Issuing badges to an organisation
Similar to issuing a badge to an individual via email, but addressed to an organisation rather than a person.
Best for: One-off badge issuing to an organisation.
Recipient action: Claim via an email link.
Read the full guide: Issuing Digital Badges to an Organisation.
Bulk issuing via CSV
Issue badges to many recipients at once by uploading a CSV file.
Best for: Bulk issuing for large groups.
Recipient action: Claim via an email link.
Read the full guide: Bulk Issuing Digital Badges via CSV.
Issuing badges via QR code
Issue a badge by scanning the recipient’s unique Navigatr QR code, just like tapping a supermarket loyalty card.
Best for: In-person events or quick issuing without email.
Recipient action: Automatically claimed.
Read the full guide: Issuing Badges via QR Code.
Issuing badges via library card
A no-email method using the barcode on Civica Spydus library cards. Library-goers can check out a book and claim a badge at the same time.
Best for: Organisations relying on physical library cards.
Recipient action: Automatically claimed.
Read the full guide: Issuing Badges via Library Card.
Issuing badges via an activity
Think of it like Eventbrite with badging. Badges are issued automatically when learners attend a workshop, training session, or event.
Best for: Events, workshops, or sessions requiring attendance tracking.
Recipient action: Automatically claimed.
Read the full guide: Issuing Badges for Activity Attendance.
Issuing badges via AutoBadges
A fully automated method. AutoBadges issue badges when users meet pre-defined skill-based rules, with no admin action required.
Best for: Automated badge issuing based on achievements.
Recipient action: Automatically claimed.
Read the full guide: Issuing Badges via AutoBadges.
Issuing badges via pathway completion
Configure a completion badge on a pathway in the editor. When a learner finishes every step of the pathway, the platform issues the badge to them automatically and records the pathway as the source of the award. The badge must come from one of the pathway’s providers.
Best for: Multi-step learning journeys with an end-of-pathway reward.
Recipient action: Automatically claimed.
Read the full guide: Creating and Managing a Pathway.
Issuing badges via Zapier
Connect Navigatr to thousands of apps through Zapier’s no-code integrations. Trigger a badge automatically when a specific action occurs, such as completing a form, hitting a milestone, or finishing an online course.
Best for: Automating badge issuing with LMS platforms, quizzes, forms, and workflows.
Recipient action: Claim via an email link.
Read the full guide: Getting Started with Zapier and Navigatr.
Issuing badges via webhooks
Webhooks provide an automated way to issue badges based on actions completed on external platforms, such as completing a quiz or submitting a form.
Best for: Automating badge issuing from platforms like Riddle, Typeform, or Zoho Forms.
Recipient action: Claim via an email link.
Read the full guide: Automate Badge Issuing with a Form or Quiz.
Choosing the right method
The table below compares each method to help you choose the best fit:
Method | Best for | Recipient action | Admin effort |
Email (individual) | One-off badge issuing | Claim via an email link | Low |
Email (organisation) | One-off badge issuing to an organisation | Claim via an email link | Low |
Bulk CSV | Large groups or bulk issuing | Claim via an email link | Medium (CSV setup) |
QR code | In-person events or quick issuing | Automatically claimed | Low |
Library card | No-email issuing using library cards | Automatically claimed | Low |
Activity | Events, workshops, or session attendance | Automatically claimed | Medium (attendance marking) |
AutoBadges | Automated issuing based on skills | Automatically claimed | Low (after setup) |
Pathway completion | Multi-step learning journeys with an end-of-pathway reward | Automatically claimed | Low (configure once on the pathway) |
Zapier | Automated integrations with third-party apps | Claim via an email link | Low (after setup) |
Webhooks | Automating badge issuing with external platforms | Claim via an email link | Low (after setup) |
Final notes
Our flexible badge-issuing options are designed to suit a variety of use cases, whether you’re managing small groups, large events, or automated processes.
Once you have issued badges, you can track delivery and manage recipients in the Managing Badge Recipients guide.
Tip: If you have a unique requirement for badge issuing, contact [email protected] for guidance.
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