WikiProducers:FAQ

Profile Creation

1. Is it free to create a profile?

Yes! WikiProducers offers completely free DIY profile creation. You only pay if you need our concierge service ($100).

2. What if I need help creating my profile?

We offer an optional concierge service for $100 where our team:

• Writes and optimizes your professional bio
• Formats your profile to wiki standards
• Guarantees publication within 48 hours

→ Contact support to request this service.

3. What's included in the free profile?

Free Profile	Premium Add-ons
✔ Basic wiki page	✘ Custom design
✔ Search engine indexing	✘ Featured placement
✔ Self-editing	✘ Analytics dashboard

Profile Requirements

4. What are the mandatory requirements?

See full profile standards. Briefly, you must provide:

A. Identification

• Template:Required Professional headshot (no logos/filters)
• Template:Required Legal name matching your government ID

B. Professional Proof

• Template:Required License number (if applicable)
• Template:Required Minimum 150-word biography

C. Verification Sources

• [https:// Example association membership link]
• [https:// Award/certification documentation]

5. What happens if my profile is incomplete?

• Template:Tag – If missing 1-2 elements (we'll email you)
• Template:Tag – If unverifiable (e.g., fake licenses, stock photos)

Appeal at our appeals page.

Editing & Verification

6. Can I edit my profile after publishing?

Yes! All users can:

• Edit their own profiles via wiki markup
• Request major changes at WikiProducers:Noticeboard

7. How do you verify credentials?

We cross-check with:

• Official databases (FINRA, state license lookups)
• Your LinkedIn/business website
• Third-party sources like BrokerCheck

Troubleshooting

8. How do I report errors or fake profiles?

Use:

• Vandalism reporting form
• Email Template:Email (include "URGENT" in subject)

9. Can my profile be deleted?

Yes – either:

• Template:Self-request via Special:DeleteRequest
• Template:Admin-delete for policy violations

Payments

11. Is the $100 service refundable?

Refunds are only issued if:

• We fail to publish within 5 business days
• You cancel before we begin work

See full refund policy.

See Also

• WikiProducers:Style Guide
• Help:Editing
• Wikipedia:FAQ

11. What are the mandatory requirements for profile approval?

Your profile must meet all verification standards to be published:

Mandatory Profile Requirements

Requirement	Details	Examples
Professional Photo	High-resolution headshot (no group/casual photos)	File:Example-headshot.jpg (See image guidelines)
Full Legal Name	Matches government-issued ID or license	John Smith (per FINRA BrokerCheck)
License/ID Number	Required for regulated professions (e.g., insurance, finance)	CA Insurance License #0K12345
Complete Biography	Minimum 150 words describing expertise and career	View template
Contact Information	Business email/phone or office address	contact@yourbusiness.com
Source Verification	Links to validate claims	Associations: WFG Profile Awards: FINRA Record

Non-compliant profiles will be:

• Template:Tag – If missing 1-2 elements (admin will notify you).
• Template:Tag – If unverifiable (e.g., fake licenses, stock photos).

See also: How to appeal a rejection | Photo guidelines