Effective January 2026
Terms of Service
1. Acceptance of Terms
These Terms of Service ("Terms") govern your access to and use of the website, services, and membership programmes of the International Certified Forensic Investigators ("ICFI"). By using our website or services, you agree to be bound by these Terms.
2. Eligibility
Access to ICFI membership, certification, and training services is subject to applicable eligibility criteria. ICFI reserves the right to verify all information submitted and to decline applications that do not meet the institute's standards.
3. Membership & Certification
ICFI memberships and professional certifications are issued under the institute's standards and code of conduct. Members and certified professionals are required to:
- Adhere to the ICFI Code of Ethics at all times.
- Maintain continuing professional education where required.
- Comply with all applicable laws and regulations in their jurisdiction.
- Refrain from misrepresenting their certification status or credentials.
ICFI may suspend or revoke any membership or certification for breach of these obligations, following due process.
4. Use of the Website
You agree not to:
- Use the website in any unlawful or fraudulent manner.
- Attempt to gain unauthorised access to any portion of the website.
- Interfere with the operation, integrity, or security of the website.
- Reproduce or distribute ICFI content without prior written authorisation.
5. Intellectual Property
All content on this website, including text, graphics, logos, certifications, syllabi, and trademarks, is the property of ICFI or its licensors and is protected by applicable intellectual property laws. The ICFI name, logo, and designations (CFI, CFrI, CDFE, CFCI, CCSI, CISI) are trademarks of the institute.
6. Fees & Payment
All fees for membership, examinations, certification, and training services are payable in accordance with ICFI's published fee schedule. Failure to pay applicable fees may result in suspension of services and membership privileges.
7. Disclaimer of Warranties
The ICFI website and services are provided on an "as is" basis. To the maximum extent permitted by law, ICFI makes no warranties, express or implied, regarding the accuracy, reliability, or availability of the website or services.
8. Limitation of Liability
To the fullest extent permitted by applicable law, ICFI shall not be liable for any indirect, incidental, special, consequential, or punitive damages arising from your use of the website, services, or any certification or training provided.
9. Governing Law
These Terms are governed by the laws of England and Wales. Any disputes arising under these Terms shall be subject to the exclusive jurisdiction of the courts of England and Wales, unless otherwise required by applicable law.
10. Changes to these Terms
ICFI may amend these Terms from time to time. Continued use of the website or services following the publication of revised Terms constitutes acceptance of the changes.
11. Contact
For questions concerning these Terms, please contact us at info@icfi-global.org.
Last updated: January 2026
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