Can I shorten a validity term—for example, I choose to do annual EICRs?
Supported Certificate Types & Validity Rules
Yes - you can set a shorter validity period than the default. CertNudge respects the expiry date you enter, even if it is more frequent than regulations require.
How to Set a Shorter Term
- Choose the certificate type (e.g. EICR)
- Enter the Issue Date as normal
- Instead of using the suggested expiry, manually select your preferred Expiry Date — such as 12 months later
- Save the certificate — CertNudge will track it exactly as entered
Why Would You Shorten the Term?
- You follow a stricter-than-required safety policy (e.g. annual EICRs in HMOs)
- You renew early for convenience (e.g. align multiple certificates to a single month)
- Letting agents or insurers require more frequent updates
There’s no lower limit. CertNudge doesn’t enforce the default — it’s just a suggestion. You’re in full control of the expiry cycle for each certificate.