FSC Trace to Be Launched for All Certificate Holders

We’re pleased to share that FSC Trace will be available to all FSC certificate holders starting from January 2026.

After numerous trials with selected users, we’re ready to open FSC Trace to all certificate holders. This is a soft release, giving users access to core features while we continue to refine and expand functionality throughout 2026.

FSC Trace is designed to strengthen data transparency and support the integrity of FSC claims. Alongside strengthening our assurance system, this release of FSC Trace will help us take an initial step toward meeting member expectations and exploring practical approaches to volume tracking.

FSC Trace delivers core digital traceability across FSC-certified supply chains. It’s a tool built for immediate use and will evolve to serve future needs. All certificate holders with an active FSC Connect account will be able to enter FSC Trace via the app palette in FSC Connect.

Important to note: Only certification bodies can support CHs in getting access to FSC Connect.

Onboarding materials:

Basic user guides are available as of now and we’ll keep improving and adding more to support a smooth self-led process.  You can access an overview and links to editable files HERE.  

Below is a list of current onboarding materials available on FSC Connect:

• Updated FAQs in English and Spanish.  
• Onboarding videos with captions in EN, SP, FR and CN, hosted on YouTube.  
• Written user guide in English, Spanish, French and Simplified Chinese (the latter two are hosted on the English site).  
• For technical support, users can reach out via connect@fsc.org or a feedback button within FSC Trace.  

Onboarding and support materials library.pdf

Guidance in local languages of Adria-Balkan region will be developed in the coming months and published on the FSC Trace sessions of our websites.