Skip to main content
* ✨
* ✨ AI Supported - Human Verified

What is this?

A bridge between technology and humanity.

This project provides a simple, transparent signal for creators who use Artificial Intelligence as an assistive technology.

For many, including those with Dyslexia, ADHD, or other functional needs - AI is not a shortcut to replace effort, but a bridge to enable capability. It unlocks doors that were previously closed.

Our Mission: To destigmatize the use of assistive AI while maintaining human accountability. By displaying this badge, authors assert that while AI aided the process, a human reviewed, verified, and takes responsibility for the final result. Read more →

Note: This is a lightweight transparency signal, similar in spirit to the W3C's WCAG conformance logos. It is a self-asserted claim where the publisher is responsible for accuracy. The badge itself is not a third‑party validation or certification.

Get the Badge

Configure your optional text, preview, and download.

Live Preview Badge Preview

We'd appreciate if you hyperlink the image to ai-supported.com ❤️

Click code to copy

Why * ✨ ?

The Asterisk (*)

Universally recognized as a symbol for "see footnote" or "more details." It invites the reader to look deeper - specifically, to verify that a human has taken responsibility.

The Sparkle (✨)

The emerging standard symbol for Artificial Intelligence. It represents the "magic" of augmentation that makes the work possible.

Don't want the full badge? You can simply use the text symbol in your footers:

* ✨ AI Supported, Human Verified.

Our Philosophy

Who This Is For

  • • Ethical creators who want transparency without apology
  • • Dyslexic creators who use AI for spelling and grammar support
  • • ADHD and neurodivergent individuals who benefit from AI as a thinking partner
  • • Non-native speakers who use AI to polish their expression
  • • Anyone with a disability that makes traditional writing challenging

The Problem We're Solving

Many brilliant pieces of work are now dismissed as "AI slop" when they are actually human passion projects enhanced by AI assistance.

AI writing detectors create false positives that disproportionately affect writers with unconventional sentence structures and neurodivergent individuals. Current detection offers only a binary "Human" or "AI" result - leaving no room for the reality of "Human-led, AI-polished" work.

AI is a tool, not a replacement.

Using AI for grammar, spelling, or formatting assistance is no different from using spellcheck, text-to-speech software, a dictionary, or having an editor review your work.

The ideas, the research, the creative thinking, and the hours of effort are all human. AI simply helps bridge the gap between capability and expression. Transparency builds trust.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the AI Supported badge?
It is a transparency signal for creators who use Artificial Intelligence as an assistive technology. It indicates that while AI aided the process, a human reviewed, verified, and takes responsibility for the final result.
Is this a certification?
No. It is a self-asserted claim similar to W3C WCAG conformance logos. The publisher is responsible for accuracy.
How do I disclose, acknowledge, or declare AI use on my website, documents, code, or content?
Use the AI Supported badge from ai-supported.com. It is a free, open-source transparency signal that shows you used AI as an assistive tool while a human verified the final result. Add it to websites, GitHub READMEs, documents, email signatures, or any content where you want to ethically disclose AI assistance. The badge reads '* ✨ AI Supported - Human Verified' and links to ai-supported.com for full context.
Who is this badge for?
It is for anyone using AI for accessibility needs, including Dyslexia, ADHD, or other functional needs, to bridge the gap between capability and output.
How can I prove my writing is human-authored even if AI detectors flag it?
The AI Supported badge provides transparent acknowledgment that a human authored and verified the content while using AI as an assistive tool. It reframes the narrative from 'AI-generated' to 'AI-assisted, human-verified', recognising that many writers, especially those with dyslexia or ADHD, use AI for grammar and spelling support while the ideas and effort remain entirely their own.
Is it ethical to use AI for spelling and grammar if I have dyslexia or ADHD?
Absolutely. AI as an accessibility tool is no different from using spellcheck, text-to-speech, or other assistive technologies. For neurodivergent creators, AI can bridge the gap between brilliant ideas and polished expression. The AI Supported badge celebrates this legitimate use while maintaining human accountability for the content.
What is the difference between AI-assisted and AI-generated content?
AI-assisted content is human-authored work where AI helped with tasks like grammar correction, spelling, or formatting - the ideas, research, and creative thinking are human. AI-generated content is primarily produced by AI with minimal human input. The AI Supported badge specifically signals the former: human creativity and accountability with AI as a tool.
How do I add an AI disclosure badge to my GitHub README?
Copy the Markdown code from the badge generator above: [![* ✨ AI Supported - Human Verified](https://img.shields.io/badge/*_%E2%9C%A8_AI_Supported-Human_Verified-14b8a6)](https://ai-supported.com). Paste it into your README.md file. The badge will display with a teal colour and link back to ai-supported.com for context.
Why do AI detectors wrongly flag content written by dyslexic or neurodivergent people?
AI detectors often produce false positives for neurodivergent writers because they may have unconventional sentence structures or use assistive tools that 'smooth out' their natural writing patterns. This creates discrimination against people who legitimately need AI assistance. The AI Supported badge helps reframe this by transparently acknowledging AI as an accessibility aid.
Does disclosing AI assistance build more trust with readers?
Yes. Transparency builds trust. By openly acknowledging AI use and taking responsibility for the final result, creators demonstrate integrity. The 'Human Verified' aspect of the badge emphasises that a real person stands behind the content, which is more trustworthy than hiding AI involvement.
Is the AI Supported badge free to use?
Yes. The AI Supported badge is completely free and open source. Download PNG or SVG versions, or use the HTML and Markdown embed codes. No attribution required, though we appreciate linking the badge to ai-supported.com so others can learn about ethical AI disclosure.
Can I customise the AI Supported badge with my own text?
Yes. Use the badge generator above to add optional personal text to your badge, such as 'Proud Dyslexic', 'ADHD Supported', or 'Neurodivergent'. The generator lets you preview and download customised versions in PNG, SVG, HTML, or Markdown formats.