Program & Service Eligibility

Clear criteria for our certification programs, tool warranties, financing options, and community access. Verify your qualifications before applying.

Who Qualifies?

Review the requirements for each program. All applications are verified within 24 hours.

Education

🎓 DIY Pro Certification

Must be 18 years or older
Access to a personal workspace/garage
Basic tool set (or purchase through our partner program)
Commitment to complete 6 modules in 90 days
Commercial fleet vehicles excluded from final project

Check Certification Eligibility

Protection

🛡️ Extended Tool Warranty

Purchase verified through Automotive DIY or authorized partners
Product registration within 30 days of purchase
Covers defects in materials & workmanship for 5 years
Excludes misuse, negligence, or unauthorized modifications
International shipping fees apply for replacements

Register for Warranty

Financing

💳 0% Payment Plans

Residency in US, Canada, or UK
Valid government-issued ID & payment method
Minimum order value: $199.00
Soft credit check required (no impact to score)
Previous defaults or fraud flags disqualify applicants

Apply for Financing

Community

🤝 Mentorship & Pro Access

Active community member for 60+ days
Minimum 10 helpful forum posts or project shares
Agreement to Community Code of Conduct
Open to both beginners and experienced mechanics
Commercial auto shops cannot join mentorship tier

Request Access

How to Verify Eligibility

Our automated system checks your qualifications instantly. Manual review takes up to 24 hours.

Submit Your Details

Enter your email, select the program, and provide required verification documents.

Automated Screening

Our system checks age, residency, purchase history, and account activity in real-time.

Manual Review (If Needed)

Edge cases or high-value applications are reviewed by our compliance team.

Approval & Access

Receive email confirmation with next steps, portal access, and program guidelines.

Quick Eligibility Check

Fill out the form below to see which programs you qualify for instantly.

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about program eligibility and verification.

All certification and financing programs require participants to be 18+ due to insurance, legal, and liability policies. Community forums allow accounts at 13+ with parental consent.

Yes. You can apply for certification, warranty, and financing simultaneously. Each program runs on its own verification timeline, but approval for one does not affect others.

Instant for verified purchases. If bought from a third party, allow 3-5 business days for receipt validation. Coverage begins on your original purchase date, not registration date.

Common reasons include: soft credit risk flags, previous account defaults, mismatched residency/payment details, or order values below $199. You may reapply after 30 days.

Certification and community access are global. Warranty support covers worldwide with shipping fees. Financing and payment plans are currently limited to US, CA, and UK residents due to regional payment processing rules.

Still Have Questions?

Our eligibility support team is available Mon-Fri, 9AM-6PM EST. We respond within 2 hours.