Trusted Vendor Badge
The trust signal that transforms your STR service business.
The Trusted Vendor badge is the verified mark of excellence on SixSTR. It’s earned over time through real performance—not bought—with five-star reviews, strong communication standards, and insurance or bonding when required that prove you’re a reliable partner for short-term rental hosts and homeowners.
A clear way to stand out in crowded STR markets.
Short-term rental service markets are noisy. Cleaners, handymen, property managers, and photographers all compete for the same hosts—and most look the same on paper. The Trusted Vendor badge gives ambitious vendors a way to stand out with data-backed proof of reliability and quality.
For hosts, it creates instant clarity: these are the providers who show up consistently, communicate well, and protect guest experiences.
At a glance
- • Earned through performance, not purchased.
- • Based on reviews, communication, and risk standards.
- • Signals vetted excellence to discerning hosts.
- • Unlocks premium visibility and lead priority.
- • Reserved for vendors committed to long-term growth.
What it takes to earn the Trusted Vendor badge.
The Trusted Vendor badge is intentionally selective and reserved for vendors who commit to long-term excellence. It cannot be bought outright — but it is only available to vendors who hold an active paid subscription on SixSTR.
What we verify
- • Three verified 5-star customer reviews
- • Consistent, professional communication with hosts
- • Insurance or bonding when required for your service category
1. Active paid subscription (badge eligibility requires a subscription)
Only paid subscribers are eligible to earn the Trusted Vendor badge. Free-tier vendors can appear in the directory, but they are not included in the trust evaluation system and cannot receive a badge. The badge is not an add-on — it’s an earned status that begins with your subscription.
2. Eligibility begins immediately after subscribing
As soon as your subscription activates, you enter the trust pipeline. SixSTR begins gathering the information needed to evaluate your consistency, communication, reliability, and STR readiness.
3. Complete a short onboarding call with SixSTR
Every aspiring Trusted Vendor meets with our onboarding team. This call helps us understand your business, confirm your quality standards, and ensure you’re aligned with the expectations of STR hosts. It also lays the foundation of trust between you and our team.
4. Provide three customer references for verification
You’ll supply three references from recent clients who have used your services. SixSTR sends each one a short, objective reference form. Their feedback helps us validate your quality of work, communication competence, and overall STR readiness.
Once these steps are completed, SixSTR continues monitoring performance over time. The Trusted Vendor badge is awarded — and maintained — through consistent, verified excellence.
The path from new vendor to Trusted Vendor.
Step 1
Start your subscription
The Trusted Vendor pathway begins only after you subscribe. Free-tier vendors can appear in the directory, but only paid subscribers become eligible for trust verification and badge evaluation.
Step 2
Complete your onboarding call
You'll meet with the SixSTR onboarding team for a short call. This helps us understand your services, confirm your standards, and begin building mutual trust as you enter the evaluation pipeline.
Step 3
Submit three client references
Provide three recent clients who can speak to your reliability, communication, and quality. SixSTR sends each reference a short verification form to objectively validate your STR readiness.
Step 4
Earn — and maintain — the badge
After completing onboarding and reference verification, the SixSTR team reviews your trust profile. Once approved, the Trusted Vendor badge is added to your profile and maintained through ongoing performance and communication quality. Ongoing communication quality and required insurance coverage are part of maintaining Trusted status.
For vendors
A status symbol that actually impacts revenue.
The Trusted Vendor badge is more than a logo on your profile—it’s a public signal that you’ve done the work to earn trust. Vendors with the badge:
- • Stand out immediately in search results and category pages.
- • Appeal to hosts who value reliability over rock-bottom pricing.
- • Are better positioned to win premium leads as the marketplace grows.
For hosts & homeowners
Faster decisions, fewer unpleasant surprises.
When you’re responsible for guest experience, you don’t have time to gamble on unproven vendors. The Trusted Vendor badge helps you:
- • Quickly identify providers with a track record of STR success.
- • Reduce the risk of no-shows or poor communication.
- • Protect your reviews and reputation with vetted partners.
Trusted Vendor badge FAQs.
Do I have to pay extra for the Trusted Vendor badge?
No. The badge isn’t an upsell or add-on—it’s earned naturally through your performance on the platform. You need an active subscription to receive leads and build your trust profile, but the badge itself is based on merit.
How long does it take to qualify?
It depends on how quickly you build a track record with hosts. Vendors who communicate clearly, deliver consistent quality, and invite feedback tend to progress faster.
Can I lose the badge?
Yes. The Trusted Vendor badge is meant to reflect your current performance, not just your past. Significant drops in quality or repeated issues may result in a review or removal of the badge.
I’m just getting started. Is SixSTR still for me?
Absolutely. SixSTR is built for vendors who want to grow into Trusted status. Even if you’re new, you can attract the right clients by showing up consistently and letting your trust profile build over time.
Ready to build toward Trusted Vendor status?
If you’re serious about long-term growth—not just chasing the next random lead—SixSTR gives you the platform to prove your excellence and be recognized for it.