Getting Started: Registration, Orientation and Accreditation
Welcome to the Uniquely Cook Islands Program.
This process is designed to be short and simple, and it gives you the tools to show customers that your work is genuine and verified.
Why this matters
The Mark and Tokens protect Cook Islands culture and identity. They also help your business by changing the conversation from price or production to cultural connection and authenticity. Being accredited makes counterfeiting harder and gives you a clear point of difference in the market.
What to expect
The process has three quick steps:
- Rules & Requirements
- Review the key Rules & Requirements for participating in the Uniquely Cook Islands program.
- You must agree to these before you can begin registration.
- Registration
- Create your account with your contact and business details.
- This takes only a few minutes.
- Orientation
- Learn how the Mark and Tokens work, and the rules you need to follow.
- Complete a short check at the end to confirm your understanding.
- Select the Token best represents your products or services.
- You can try again if you need to.
- Accreditation
- Confirm your selected Token.
- Add the products or services you want accredited.
- Agree to the rules and submit.
Ito Manava applications are approved automatically. Taʻunga and Vaka applications are reviewed by a cultural review committee and BTIB.
After you’re accredited
You’ll receive a digital welcome kit with design files, templates, and your own QR code that links to your verified listing. A physical kit can also be mailed or collected from BTIB.
Resource links to get ready
Tip
You can stop and start at any time. Your progress is saved in your Profile Page.
Last Updated: 02/10/2025