Buy Certified Watches With Complete Confidence
Every Certified watch is checked by a verified watchmaker
EXPERT AUTHENTICATION FOR PRE-OWNED WATCHES
Watch Authenticity and Chrono24 Certified
For added confidence, choose a watch covered by our Certified program. With Partner Certified, a verified watchmaker working with the dealer certifies the watch before shipping. With Chrono24 Certified, you can add professional authentication to eligible purchases, carried out at a Chrono24 certification center. Both options follow the same authentication standards and include a digital Certificate of Authenticity and an authenticity guarantee. Look for the Certified icon to see which option is available for your watch.
HOW CHRONO24 CERTIFICATION WORKS *
Find your watch - Look for the Certified icon to see whether certification is included or available to add.
A verified watchmaker checks your watch through the dealer or at a Chrono24 certification center.
Authenticity documented - After successful certification, a digital Certificate of Authenticity records the results.
Your watch arrives with an authenticity guarantee, and you can access your certificate in your Chrono24 account.
* At the moment, Chrono24 Certified is only available in certain countries.
Lost and stolen watch checks with The Watch Register
AN ADDITIONAL LAYER OF SECURITY
As part of the Chrono24 Certified process, we check the watch’s serial number against The Watch Register, the world’s leading database of lost and stolen watches. This additional theft check helps identify watches reported as lost or stolen before they reach the buyer - providing greater transparency and confidence when purchasing a certified pre-owned luxury watch.
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GUIDES FROM THE MAGAZINE
Do you have any questions?
Certified is our new certification service, where verified watchmakers check and certify the authenticity of watches purchased on our marketplace. We want to provide buyers of luxury watches on Chrono24 with a completely worry-free purchasing experience.
Prior to shipping, the watch is certified by a verified watchmaker who works with the dealer. As part of the certification process, an authenticity check and a function test are carried out, among other things. See also: How is the watch tested?
2. Look for listings with the dark blue Certified icon
You can identify Partner Certified watches by the dark blue “C” icon in the search results pages and respective listings. You can also use the filters to find Certified listings faster. Once you've opted for a certified watch, you'll be able to see if it's Partner Certified or Chrono24 Certified on the corresponding listing page. See also: What’s the difference between Partner Certified and Chrono24 Certified?
3. Receive your certified watch including a digital Certificate of Authenticity
After successful certification, you can rest assured your new watch is genuine. This is confirmed by a digital Certificate of Authenticity and an authenticity guarantee. You can access the Certificate of Authenticity in your Chrono24 account after receiving the watch.
Watches marked Partner Certified are certified as authentic prior to shipping by a verified watchmaker working with the dealer. Participating dealers are carefully selected by Chrono24 and adhere to our strict Partner Certified guidelines. The relevant watchmakers have been audited by us and have the necessary qualifications and resources to certify the watches.
If Partner Certified is not available for the watch you want to purchase, you have the option of adding certification for an additional charge of $249 with Chrono24 Certified. In this case, the seller sends the watch to our certification center, where it is tested and certified by our in-house watchmakers.
Regardless of whether you choose a Partner Certified or Chrono24 Certified watch, there is no difference in the process or the quality of the certification. Our definition of authenticity, standardized authenticity check, and verification of the watchmakers ensure that our high quality standards are always met. See also: Who checks the watch?
Chrono24 Buyer Protection provides complete security for your payment. If you buy from a professional dealer, we hold the purchase amount in our escrow account for 14 days after you have received your watch. That way, your money is safe and secure until you're fully satisfied with the watch. Only then do we send the money to the dealer. If you’re not satisfied, you can exercise your legal right of withdrawal and return your watch to the dealer within 14 days of receipt without giving a reason. If you purchased your watch from a private seller, we hold the purchase amount in our escrow account for 7 days after you have received your watch. Please note, however, that there is no legal right of withdrawal when purchasing from a private seller.
Certified is our new certification service, where verified watchmakers check and certify the authenticity of watches purchased on our marketplace. We want to provide buyers of luxury watches on Chrono24 with a worry-free purchasing experience. After successful certification, you’ll receive a digital Certificate of Authenticity confirming the authenticity of your watch. In addition, all certified watches come with an authenticity guarantee. See also: How is the watch checked?
Every seller who sells certified watches through Partner Certified is pre-screened using a set of strict criteria. In addition to meeting these criteria, we ensure that the seller has sufficient experience selling watches and can demonstrate a high level of customer satisfaction. Through targeted audits, we also ensure that every watchmaker working with our partners has all the necessary qualifications and technical equipment available. Should any shortcomings arise during the certification process, we will of course hold the respective watchmaker responsible.
You can book Chrono24 Certified certification for an additional charge of $249. In this case, the watch will be checked and certified by our in-house watchmakers at our certification center and shipped to you from there. See also: What is included in Chrono24 Certified?
The Certificate of Authenticity is a digital document that cannot be lost, stolen, or damaged. Once you have received the watch, you will find the certificate in your Chrono24 account. After logging in, you can access it either under the menu item "Buy" or in your Watch Collection.
Our general return conditions apply to the return of Certified watches. If you buy from a professional dealer, you can exercise your legal right of withdrawal within 14 days of receiving the watch and you’ll receive your money back quickly and easily. There is no legal right of withdrawal when buying from a private seller.
Together with your certified watch, you will receive a digital Certificate of Authenticity including an authenticity guarantee. This guarantee is based on our definition of authenticity and is valid for 30 days from the certificate’s date of issue. If you find that your watch does not meet our definition of authenticity, please contact our support team. They will look into the matter immediately. Depending on the circumstances, we will either refund the full purchase price or replace the relevant part(s) so that the watch fully complies with our definition of authenticity. See also: How do we define authenticity?
Watches purchased through Partner Certified are certified in advance and can be shipped directly to you.
What does Chrono24 Certified mean?
Chrono24 Certified is a service offered by Chrono24 in which experienced watchmakers verify and certify the authenticity of a watch. Two options are available: Partner Certified: Watches are certified by verified partner watchmakers Chrono24 Certified: Authentication is carried out at a Chrono24 certification center for a fee. If a watch passes the inspection, it receives a digital Certificate of Authenticity as well as an Authenticity Guarantee.
How does the certification process work with Chrono24 Certified?
To receive the Chrono24 Certificate of Authenticity, a watch must pass an extensive inspection process. First, all watches undergo a thorough visual inspection, in which every part – from the case and dial to the hands and movement – is checked for originality. This also includes checking whether the serial number and any modifications (such as service dials or similar) match the information in the watch's papers. The watch is then tested for functionality and timekeeping accuracy. Finally, a check is carried out against The Watch Register, one of the largest databases for lost and stolen watches. The entire process usually takes 2 to 3 business days.
What does the Chrono24 Certificate of Authenticity include?
If a watch successfully passes the authentication process, it receives a digital certificate. In addition to confirming the watch's authenticity, this certificate contains general information such as the reference and serial numbers, as well as all findings obtained during the inspection process. The certificate is stored in your Chrono24 account, so it cannot be lost.
Chrono24 Certified vs. Manufacturer certification
Chrono24 Certified is a brand-independent authentication service. This means it doesn't matter whether the watch is from Rolex, Omega, TAG Heuer, Cartier, or another brand. Manufacturer certificates, such as Rolex Certified Pre-Owned, are only offered by manufacturers or their partners for models from their own brand.