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Which certificate types are built-in?

CertNudge comes preloaded with a comprehensive list of standard UK landlord certificate types, ready for you to use immediately. Built-in Cer...

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What’s the default renewal period for each type?

Yes, CertNudge automatically suggests the standard renewal period when you add a certificate, based on UK legal requirements or industry best prac...

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How does CertNudge calculate the expiry date?

CertNudge suggests an expiry date by adding a standard renewal period to the Issue Date you enter, but you should always verify and adjust this ag...

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Category: Supported Certificate Types & Validity Rules
Can I track something that isn’t on the built-in list?

Yes, while we have a comprehensive built-in list, you can track other documents using the generic "Other" certificate type. Full custom types are ...

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I’m in Scotland where EICRs and PATs are both 5-year cycles, does the system handle regional rules?

Currently, CertNudge's default certificate renewal periods reflect regulations common in England. However, you can easily override these defaults ...

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What if the original engineer dated the certificate wrong and it shows as already expired?

Don't worry, if a certificate appears expired due to a date error on the original document or during data entry, you can easily correct the dates ...

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Do reminders always follow the 60 / 30 / 14 / 7-day pattern regardless of certificate type?

Yes, for consistency and reliability, all certificates in CertNudge currently follow the same standard 60, 30, 14, and 7-day email reminder schedu...

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Can I shorten a validity term—for example, I choose to do annual EICRs?

Yes, you can easily set a shorter validity period than the default suggestion. CertNudge respects the expiry date you enter, even if it's more fre...

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What happens when I delete a certificate - do reminders stop?

Yes, deleting a certificate record immediately removes it from your dashboard and cancels all associated future reminders. Immediate Effects ...

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Is there a way to see all certificates of one type across my portfolio?

Yes, the "All Certificates" page lets you easily filter your entire portfolio to see all certificates of a specific type (e.g., all Gas Safety Cer...

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