Poké-Trade Protect

Card Authentication
You Can Trust

Protect your investment. Our expert authentication service verifies your Pokémon cards are genuine, assesses condition, and provides a digital certificate — all at a fraction of grading costs.

Why Authenticate?

The Pokémon card market is flooded with fakes. Protect yourself.

Fake Protection

Counterfeit cards are getting better. Our experts catch what the eye misses.

$500M+in fakes sold yearly

Increase Value

Authenticated cards sell for 20-40% more than unverified cards.

+35%avg value increase

Buyer Confidence

Verified badge on your listing means instant trust from buyers.

2.5xfaster sales

Faster Than PSA

3-10 days vs 3-6 months. Get verified and back to trading fast.

3-10day turnaround

Authentication Packages

Choose the level of verification your cards need

Basic Verification

$14.99/card

3-5 business days turnaround

  • Visual authenticity check
  • Surface inspection
  • Poké-Trade Verified badge
  • Digital certificate
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Most Popular

Premium Authentication

$29.99/card

5-7 business days turnaround

  • Everything in Basic
  • Light test & texture analysis
  • Centering measurement
  • Condition assessment
  • Market value estimate
  • Tamper-proof hologram seal
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Elite Authentication

$49.99/card

7-10 business days turnaround

  • Everything in Premium
  • Full PSA/BGS-style grading comparison
  • Professional photography
  • Population report context
  • Insurance-grade documentation
  • Priority listing on marketplace
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Elite members get 20% off all authentication services. Upgrade now

How It Works

STEP 1

Submit Photos

Upload clear front and back photos of your card through our platform.

STEP 2

Expert Review

Our authentication experts examine texture, printing, and details.

STEP 3

Get Certified

Receive your digital authentication certificate with unique QR code.

STEP 4

Trade with Trust

Your verified badge appears on all listings and trades.

Protect Your Collection

Don't let counterfeits ruin your investment. Get your cards authenticated today.

Start Authentication