What is the Samandehi Trust Symbol? Importance for Iranian Websites

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On September 1, 2022

What Is the Samandehi Mark ?

The Samandehi certification is an official identity verification badge issued by the Iranian Center for Electronic Commerce Development under the supervision of the Ministry of Culture and Islamic Guidance .

This mark is granted to verified online businesses (websites and mobile apps) after confirming:

Website owner identity (individual or legal entity).
Content compliance with Iranian laws.
Data security standards and ethical operation practices.

Once approved, the Samandehi logo can be displayed on your website to reassure users that your business is verified and trustworthy .

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Why Register Your Website with Samandehi?

Benefit	Impact on Business
Increased User Confidence	70% of Iranian shoppers avoid unverified sites. Displaying the Samandehi badge improves credibility.
Avoidance of Filtering	If your site contains flagged content, registered admins will receive alerts from theContent Crime Monitoring Committee. Failure to respond may result in filtering.
Legal Compliance	Required for all active Iranian websites—regardless of business type. Future enforcement will apply to all.
Brand Authority	Verified businesses appear more professional and reliable, especially in competitive sectors like automotive parts or beauty products.

Which Websites Must Have the Samandehi Mark?

All active Iranian websites , including:

E-commerce stores (e.g., car parts sellers, clothing retailers).
Corporate websites (law firms, clinics, tech agencies).
Personal blogs with monetization or contact forms.
Service-based platforms (appointment booking, online courses).

There’s no distinction based on industry —every active website must register its admin details in the Samandehi system. However, only businesses engaging in commercial activity are required to display the badge publicly.

Samandehi vs. Electronic Trust Symbol

Feature	Samandehi Mark	Electronic Trust Symbol
Issuing Authority	Ministry of Culture & Islamic Guidance	Office of Industry, Mine, and Trade
Purpose	Identity verification and content monitoring	Proof of physical business presence and licensing
Mandatory?	All active websites must register	Only required for commercial e-commerce sites
Trust Signal	“This site is monitored and verified.”	“This seller has a real store and valid license.”
Example Use Case	A blog with contact/email registration	An online electronics store selling via Digikala model

How Samandehi Certification Works

Register Admin Details :
- Submit personal or company information to the Samandehi system .
Verify Ownership :
- Confirm you’re the legitimate owner of the domain and content.
Display the Logo (Optional) :
- After approval, you can optionally embed the Samandehi badge on your site.
Receive Alerts :
- If your site hosts illegal or flagged content, you’ll get notifications to remove it within a set timeframe.
Avoid Filtering :
- Registered admins have a grace period to resolve issues before potential filtering by the Ministry.

Strategic Value of Trust Badges for E-Commerce

Symbol	User Perception	SEO & Conversion Impact
Samandehi Badge	“This site is monitored and safe.”	Builds trust; reduces bounce rates.
Electronic Trust Symbol	“This business is licensed and real.”	Increases conversion rate by 30–40%.
SSL Certificate	“My data is secure.”	Boosts Google rankings and user confidence.

How ITUNIFY Helps You Build Online Trust

With 5 years of experience and 400+ successful projects , ITUNIFY ensures your site:

Registers with Samandehi and other trust authorities.
Displays trust badges strategically (e.g., checkout page, product listings).
Integrates secure payment gateways (ZarinPal, PayPal).
Implements fast, mobile-responsive designs to improve engagement.

Example Workflow: Automotive Parts Store in Sabzevar

Scenario : A brake pad seller wants to build trust and increase sales.
Steps :

Register the site with Samandehi for identity verification.
Apply for e-Namad certification as a commercial seller.
Install ZarinPal gateway for local payments.
Add live chat support and FAQ section for user assistance.
Optimize site speed and mobile UX for better conversions.

Result :

40% higher visitor retention.
35% faster Google indexing due to clean code.
Higher trust among users searching for “buy genuine car parts online” .

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