# Membership Status & Verification

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# Quick Status Check

# Are You a Vendor Member?

To determine if you have an active vendor membership:

  1. Log into your account at https://www.b2bea.org/account
  2. Look for the "Listings" tab in the left sidebar
    • Present = You have an active vendor membership
    • Missing = You may not have vendor access
  3. Check your subscription status:
    • Go to "Subscription" in the left navigation
    • Look for "Active Subscriptions" containing "Vendor"

Look for "Active Subscriptions" containing "Vendor
Look for "Active Subscriptions" containing "Vendor

# Detailed Verification Steps

# Step 1: Access Your Account

# Step 2: Check Subscription Status

  • Click "Subscription" in the left sidebar
  • Look for your vendor subscription in the "Active Subscriptions" section
  • Note the status: Active or Lapsed

# Step 3: Verify Feature Access

  • Look for the "Listings" tab in the left navigation
  • This tab only appears for active vendor members

# Understanding Status Indicators

# Active Membership

  • Subscription shows: "Active" status
  • Listings tab: Visible in left sidebar
  • Access: Full vendor features and capabilities
  • Billing: Current and up to date

# Lapsed Membership ⚠️

  • Subscription shows: "Lapsed" status
  • Listings tab: Not visible
  • Access: Limited or no vendor features
  • Action required: Renewal needed

# No Vendor Membership

  • Subscription: No vendor plans listed
  • Listings tab: Not visible
  • Access: Standard member features only
  • Action required: Upgrade to vendor plan

# Common Scenarios

# "I Think I'm a Vendor Member but Don't See Listings"

Most Common Causes:

  1. Expired membership - Check if status shows "Lapsed"
  2. Wrong account - Ensure you're logged into the correct account
  3. Payment pending - Recent payments may take time to process
  4. Browser issues - Try refreshing or clearing cache

Quick Fixes:

  • Check subscription status first
  • If lapsed, renew your membership
  • If active but no Listings tab, contact support

# "I Just Upgraded but Don't Have Access Yet"

Normal Processing Times:

  • Card payments: Usually immediate (within 5-10 minutes)
  • Invoice payments: May take 1-2 business days
  • System updates: Allow up to 24 hours for full access

What to Do:

  1. Wait 10-15 minutes after payment
  2. Refresh your browser
  3. Log out and back in
  4. Contact support if access doesn't appear within 24 hours

# Getting Help

# When to Contact Support

Contact support immediately if:

  • Your subscription shows "Active" but you can't access vendor features
  • You've been charged but don't see vendor access
  • You're experiencing technical issues with the account page

Contact support within 24 hours if:

  • You just upgraded and don't have access after 24 hours
  • You have billing questions about your vendor membership

# Support Contact Information

  • Email: [email protected]
  • Response time: Within 24 hours during business days
  • Include: Your account email and subscription details

# Prevention Tips

# Keep Your Membership Active

  1. Set up auto-renewal if available
  2. Monitor billing dates in your account
  3. Update payment methods before they expire
  4. Check your email for renewal reminders

# Maintain Profile Completeness

  • Keep contact information current
  • Update company details when they change
  • Add LinkedIn profile for networking opportunities
  • Complete all profile sections to maximize visibility