Your FCA registration number is one of the most trust-building pieces of information a UK financial firm can display online. In a sector where scams and unregulated operators exist, consumers actively seek verification that the firm they are considering is genuinely regulated. Prominently displaying your FCA number — with a direct link to your FCA register entry — removes the friction of verification and builds immediate credibility.

Where to display your FCA number

Your FCA number should appear on: every page of your website (typically in the footer alongside your registered company number), your email signature, all marketing materials, your Google Business Profile description, and your directory listings. The Kaeltripton Financial Index displays FCA numbers on Enhanced and Priority listings, giving consumers an immediate trust signal alongside your firm profile.

FCA number and local search ranking

The FCA register is publicly searchable and Google crawls it. When your FCA number appears consistently across your website, the Kaeltripton Financial Index, and other directory listings, it creates a verifiable data point that strengthens your firm identity in Google knowledge graph. This contributes to the trust signals that influence local search ranking.

The legal requirement to display FCA information

FCA-regulated firms are legally required to include certain regulatory disclosures on their websites and communications. These include: the firm name as registered with the FCA, FCA registration number, and a statement that the firm is authorised and regulated by the FCA. Failure to include these disclosures is a regulatory breach. Review your website footer and email templates to ensure full compliance.

This article is for informational purposes only and does not constitute financial advice. Always verify regulatory status with official sources before making any financial decision.