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Certificate of Authenticity Generator

Issue a real certificate of authenticity in two minutes.

Fill in the artwork details — get a print-ready A4 certificate with a unique reference number, optional QR verification link, and a signature line. Free PDF includes a small DigitalEyezz watermark.Upgrade to remove.

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Certificate of Authenticity

Certificate of Authenticity

Reference

This is to certify that the artwork described below is an original work by the artist, created in , and is authentic in every respect.

Artist
Title
Year
Medium
Dimensions
Edition
Unique original
Signature
Signed and dated verso
Collector
Date of issue
Reference
Artist signature

Print on heavy paper (200 gsm+), sign in archival ink, and deliver with the artwork. Exporting also saves this reference so it can be verified later at /verify/.

What is a certificate of authenticity?

A certificate of authenticity (COA) is a signed document an artist provides with an artwork to confirm it is genuine. It is the art-world equivalent of a hallmark: the collector keeps it with the work, galleries store it in their archive, and resale platforms reference it when the piece changes hands. For original paintings, sculptures, photographs, and limited-edition prints, a COA is now expected.

A good certificate includes the artist's name, the artwork's title, year, medium, dimensions, edition details, a unique reference number, the date of issue, and the artist's signature. Many artists also include a QR code linking to a verification page on their website — that's an option in this generator.

This tool gives you a print-ready A4 certificate without templates, Word documents, or design software. Fill in the fields, preview the layout, and export a PDF you can sign and send.

Frequently asked questions

What is a certificate of authenticity for art?+

A certificate of authenticity (COA) is a signed document issued by the artist (or their authorised representative) that confirms an artwork is genuine. It records the title, medium, dimensions, year, edition information, and a unique reference number, and is given to the collector at the point of sale.

Do I legally need a certificate of authenticity?+

In most jurisdictions a COA is not legally required, but it is the industry standard for original art, limited editions, and prints. Galleries, auction houses, and resale platforms expect one — and collectors increasingly request it before buying.

What should a certificate of authenticity include?+

Artist name, artwork title, year of creation, medium and materials, dimensions, edition number (e.g. 3/25) if applicable, a unique COA reference number, the date of issue, the collector's name (optional), and the artist's signature. A small thumbnail of the work and a QR code linking to a verification page are common modern additions.

Should I number the certificate?+

Yes. Each certificate should carry a unique reference number you keep in your own records. For editions, the edition number (e.g. 3/25) is in addition to the COA reference. This generator creates a reference automatically — you can override it.

Is the PDF print-ready?+

Yes. The exported PDF is A4, with archival margins and a signature line. Print on heavyweight paper (200 gsm+), sign in archival ink, and deliver with the artwork. The free export includes a small DigitalEyezz watermark.

Is my data saved?+

Your inputs are stored locally in your browser only. Nothing is uploaded to a server. Your last certificate is available when you return on the same device.