Code of Practice
What professional copywriters do
Practical standards for project management, contracts, delivery and business operations. The foundations of professional copywriting practice.
Read the Code of PracticeThe Copywriter Code
Professional standards for copywriters. A framework for excellence, ethics and accountability in commercial writing.
Raising the Standard
The Copywriter Code is a comprehensive professional standards framework developed by ProCopywriters. It defines what clients and employers should expect from professional copywriters, and provides copywriters with a clear path to demonstrating their expertise.
By subscribing to the Code, you join a community of professionals committed to excellence, transparency and continuous improvement.
The Three Pillars
Code of Conduct
How professional copywriters behave
Ethical principles for professional relationships, including transparency, confidentiality, fair pricing and responsible AI use.
Read the Code of ConductCompetency Framework
What professional copywriters know
Detailed competencies across 11 specialisms with clear progression from Developing to Expert level. Your roadmap for professional growth.
Explore the FrameworkWho is the Code for?
Stand Out as a Professional
In a market flooded with AI tools and untrained writers, the Copywriter Code helps you demonstrate your expertise and commitment to professional standards.
- Display the "I Follow The Copywriter Code" badge on your website and profiles
- Reference the Competency Framework to showcase your skills objectively
- Use the Code of Practice to set clear expectations with clients
- Demonstrate your commitment to ethical, transparent practice
- Join a community of professionals raising industry standards
Hire with Confidence
The Copywriter Code helps you identify professional copywriters who meet documented standards and are committed to ethical, accountable practice.
- Look for the Code badge when hiring copywriters
- Use the Competency Framework to assess specialist skills
- Understand what to expect from professional copywriting projects
- Trust that Code subscribers follow documented ethical standards
- Search our directory of Code-subscribing copywriters
Chart Your Development
Whether you're training or just starting out, the Copywriter Code gives you a clear roadmap for professional development.
- Understand what skills you need to develop across different specialisms
- Track your progress from Developing to Practising to Expert level
- Learn the professional standards expected in the industry
- Build your practice on solid ethical foundations from day one
- Connect with experienced copywriters for mentorship
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Competencies
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Specialisms
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Progression Levels
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Contract Elements
Display Your Commitment
When you subscribe to the Copywriter Code, you receive the official badge to display on your website, email signature and social profiles. It tells clients you're committed to professional, ethical copywriting.
Ready to Join?
Subscribe to the Copywriter Code and join a community of professionals committed to raising standards in UK copywriting.