Starting from January 2026, the scoring system of the agencies will evolve. The certifications obtained individually by developers will have a direct impact on the visibility and recognition of their agency within the PrestaShop ecosystem.
This evolution values agencies that invest in the skill development of their teams and strengthens the credibility of the PrestaShop Expert label.
Implementation of the evolving scoring system (2026)
- Starting from January 2026, individual certifications will be integrated into the scoring calculation of the agencies.
- Each valid certification will provide additional points to the agency.
- This mechanism aims to reward agencies that promote continuous training and the development of their team's skills.
To remember: Individual certifications not only provide a developer badge, but they also contribute to the agency's overall score.
Impact on the Expert Directory
- The higher the score, the better the agency's position in the Expert Directory.
- Agencies with multiple certified developers will appear higher in the search results.
- Specialized certifications will also enhance thematic visibility (e.g., agencies specializing in Performance or Security).
This logic ensures that merchants are presented with agencies that possess the skills they are looking for and that are up to date on PrestaShop.
Concrete example
- Agency A: 1 certified Core Skills developer → awarding of the PrestaShop Certified Agency badge → base points.
- Agency B: 3 certified Core Skills developers + 2 specialized certifications → higher score → increased visibility in the directory.
4. Specific cases
- Expired certifications: points are automatically deducted.
- Departure of a certified developer: their points disappear from the agency's scoring.
- Transition 2025 → 2026: the certifications obtained in the new model (launched at the end of 2025) will be taken into account retroactively from January 2026.
The integration of individual certifications into the scoring of agencies is a key step to strengthen the value and credibility of the PrestaShop Expert program. To remain competitive in the directory, each agency is encouraged to actively support the certification of its developers.
Important note: the exact scoring scale for each certification will be communicated by PrestaShop before the implementation of the evolving scoring in January 2026.
FAQ
What happens if a certification expires?
The associated points automatically disappear, and the agency's visibility may decrease.
A developer leaves my agency; what happens to their badge?
The badge remains personal and associated with the developer. Points are no longer counted for the agency.
Will the certifications obtained in 2025 be taken into account?
Yes, all certifications validated in the new model will count starting from January 2026.
Is it mandatory to have multiple certified developers?
No, but having multiple active certifications significantly enhances the agency's visibility and ensures the retention of the badge in the event of a certified developer's departure.
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