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How IBBF Works

How India's Neutral Business Verification & Complaint Platform Works

IBBF helps consumers & MSMEs verify businesses, file structured complaints and resolve disputes through a transparent, documented process.

Consumer Process

File a Complaint in 5 Steps

Simple, guided, and completely free for consumers.

Find the Business
Search IBBF directory
File Complaint
Submit with evidence
IBBF Reviews
Team verifies & moderates
Business Responds
3+7 days to reply
Resolution
Outcome recorded publicly
Step by Step

Detailed Process

1

Search for the Business

Use IBBF's directory to find the business. If not listed, you can still submit.

Free for Consumers
2

Submit Your Complaint

Fill out the form with details and documents. A unique Complaint ID is generated.

Complaint ID: IBBF-COMP-DDMMYYYY-NNNNNN
3

IBBF Moderation

Our team reviews for completeness and validity. We do not take sides.

Usually within 24–48 hours
4

Business is Notified

Business gets 3 days to respond, with optional 7-day extension.

3 days + 7 day extension
5

Business Responds

One public response allowed. Further discussion via moderated back-channel.

1 Public Response Allowed
6

Final Resolution Review

Only consumer can close the complaint. Outcome recorded permanently.

Publicly Recorded Outcome
Common Questions

Consumer FAQs

What is IBBF?
Is IBBF a government body?
Is filing a complaint free?
What happens after I submit my complaint?
What if the business doesn't respond?
Can IBBF force a refund?
Is my personal information safe?
How do I track my complaint?
Can I file without creating an account?
What documents should I upload?
Will my complaint be visible publicly?
Can I update after submitting?
How long does review take?
Can I withdraw my complaint?
What if the business responds late?
Behind The Scenes

What IBBF Does
Behind the Scenes

Case screening

Every complaint is carefully reviewed to ensure it meets our guidelines.

Verification checks

We verify facts and documents to ensure accuracy and authenticity.

Timely communication

We keep parties informed with clear and timely communication.

Follow-ups

Our team follows up regularly to ensure progress and accountability.

Status updates

Case status is updated regularly for transparency and trust.

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What IBBF Does
Reviews complaints for policy & language
Documents timelines, responses, and updates
Notifies businesses and records participation
Maintains a public status record
What IBBF Does NOT Do
Does not judge who is right or wrong
Does not enforce decisions or penalties
Does not issue legal orders or refunds
Does not act as a court or regulator
Complaint Lifecycle

How Status Works

In ReviewComplaint under policy check
Awaiting Business ResponseBusiness notified
Business RespondedResponse recorded
ResolvedCustomer confirms closure
No ResponseBusiness did not respond
Our Commitment

Built on Trust & Transparency

Every interaction on IBBF is governed by four non-negotiable standards.

Neutral

We never take sides. Documentation only.

Secure

Consumer data is never shared publicly.

Time-Stamped

Every action recorded with date and time.

Transparent

Outcomes publicly visible for accountability.

Ready to Get Started?

File a complaint, write a review, or list your business today.

IBBF is a neutral, independent platform that documents real consumer-business interactions. We record complaints, responses, and participation — ensuring everything is based on verifiable information. Outcomes are shaped by documentation and cooperation between both parties. Transparency over opinions. Documentation over accusations.
IBBF is an independent, non-government platform documenting consumer experiences and business information. Content reflects user submissions and does not constitute legal advice, endorsement, or determination of fault or liability.