Set up your guide profile, get discovered by operators, find trips, and grow your diving career on ScubaDiverLink.
Create your free guide profile in under 5 minutes. Your profile is permanently free — you can browse available trips and receive verified reviews without any subscription. Upgrade to Standard to unlock priority listing and early access to new trips.
On your first login, you are asked to choose an account type. Select Dive Guide / Instructor. This enables the guide-specific profile, trip discovery, and offer tools. You can also hold a Diver account alongside your Guide account — both use the same email login.
MFA is mandatory for all ScubaDiverLink accounts. Choose your preferred method under Settings → Security:
| Method | How it works |
|---|---|
| Email OTP | A 6-digit code is emailed to your address each time you log in. |
| SMS | A code is texted to your mobile number. |
| A code is sent via WhatsApp — useful at remote sites with poor SMS coverage. | |
| Authenticator App | Generate codes offline with Google Authenticator, Authy, or any TOTP app. Most secure. |
The Dashboard is the first page you see after logging in. It summarises your guide activity at a glance:
Your guide profile is your professional face to every operator on ScubaDiverLink. Go to Guide Profile in your account to edit each section.
| Field | Tips |
|---|---|
| Profile photo | Use a clear head-and-shoulders shot in dive gear or professional attire. Minimum 400 × 400 px, max 5 MB. Avoid sunglasses — operators want to recognise you. |
| Banner / cover image | A wide action shot underwater, on a boat, or at a dive site. Ideal: 1400 × 400 px, JPEG or PNG. |
| Bio / About | Write 150–400 words covering: how long you've been diving and guiding, where you've worked, the dive types you specialise in, and what you bring to a trip. Be specific — "I've led 400+ dives on the Great Barrier Reef including Cod Hole and Osprey Reef" is far more compelling than "I have lots of experience." |
Add all your diving certifications — these are the most important part of your profile. Operators screen by certification level before reading anything else.
You can list certifications from multiple agencies. All recognised diving certification bodies are accepted, including PADI, SSI, NAUI, TDI, SDI, CMAS, BSAC, DAN, and more.
Select the dive specialties you are qualified and experienced in. These are used to match you with relevant trips in the Available Trips feed:
You can also type custom specialties (e.g. Ice diving, Shark feeding, Rebreather) in the custom field.
Select all languages you can guide in. This is a key filter operators use — especially for international dive destinations where multi-language briefings are essential. Select from the list and indicate proficiency (native, fluent, conversational).
Set your guiding rates and the months/seasons you are available to work. This information is shown to operators and helps the platform match you with relevant trips.
Enter your rates under Guide Profile → Rates:
| Rate type | Description |
|---|---|
| Day rate | Your standard daily guiding fee in USD. Used for day trips and single-day bookings. |
| Trip rate | Your total fee for a multi-day or liveaboard engagement. May include accommodation, meals, or be guide-only — clarify in your offer notes. |
Set your available months and trip length preferences under Guide Profile → Availability:
Indicate which trip types you prefer or are available for:
These preferences help the platform surface the most relevant listings in your Available Trips feed and help operators pre-filter candidates when posting a trip.
The Available Trips tab in your account shows all trip listings currently seeking a dive guide. New listings appear as soon as operators post them.
Go to Guide Trips → Available. Each card shows:
Click any card to read the full trip details before deciding whether to apply.
Filter the available trips feed by:
When you find a trip you want to guide, submit an offer directly to the operator. This is how operators discover and hire you on ScubaDiverLink.
Your offer appears in the operator's guide queue. They review all offers and accept one. You receive a push and email notification the moment the operator makes a decision — whether accepted or not. If accepted, the trip moves to your My Trips tab (see Section 7).
If your offer is not accepted, the operator may not always provide a reason — this is normal. Keep your profile complete, your offer notes specific, and apply to multiple listings to increase your chances.
Go to Guide Trips → My Listings to see all trips you are confirmed to guide. Each confirmed trip card shows:
The Offers tab shows every offer you have submitted — accepted, pending, and declined. Use this as a log of your applications and to follow up with operators who haven't responded after several days.
After each completed trip, the operator is automatically prompted to leave a review on your guide profile. Reviews are the single most important factor in building your reputation on ScubaDiverLink and increasing the number of offers you win.
You cannot edit or delete reviews, but you can leave a public response. To respond, open Guide Profile → Reviews, find the review, and click Reply. Responses are visible to future operators who read your profile.
| Feature | Free | Standard — $12/yr |
|---|---|---|
| Guide profile page | ✓ | ✓ |
| Browse available trips | ✓ | ✓ |
| Receive verified operator reviews | ✓ | ✓ |
| Submit offers | Limited | Unlimited |
| Priority listing in guide search | — | ✓ |
| Standard badge on profile | — | ✓ |
| Early access to new trip listings | — | ✓ |
| 14-day free trial | — | ✓ |
Go to Settings → Subscription to upgrade, view your billing date, or cancel. Plans are billed annually. Cancel anytime — your access continues until the end of the paid period.
Control which events send you a notification under Settings → Notifications. Recommended settings for guides:
| Notification | Recommended |
|---|---|
| New trip listings matching your specialties | On — Email + push |
| Offer accepted by operator | On — Email + SMS |
| Offer declined by operator | On — Email only |
| New review posted on your profile | On — Email |
| Platform announcements and feature updates | Optional |
Change your MFA method at any time under Settings → Security. To switch to an Authenticator App:
To change your password, go to Settings → Security → Change Password. Enter your current password and your new password twice, then click Update Password.
| Issue | Solution |
|---|---|
| Certification shows as "Pending Verification" | The review team checks credentials within 1–2 business days. Ensure the uploaded photo is clear, well-lit, and shows your name and certification number. Reupload if the image is blurry or cropped. |
| No new trips appearing in Available | Widen your filters — remove date restrictions and try different locations. Trip availability varies by season and region. Make sure your availability calendar is set correctly — the platform only shows trips matching your available months. |
| Offer submitted but no response after 7 days | Some operators fill positions quickly; others take longer. You can withdraw an offer and resubmit with an updated note if the trip is still listed. Sending a polite message via the operator's profile contact is also appropriate after a week. |
| Verification email didn't arrive | Check spam. Wait 5 minutes. Go to the login page and click Resend Verification Email. |
| MFA code not accepted | Codes expire after 10 minutes. Request a new one. For TOTP apps, ensure your phone's time/clock is synchronised — TOTP codes are time-based and will fail if your clock is more than 30 seconds out. |
Visit the Support Centre or contact us directly.
| Platform | www.scubadiverlink.com |
| Sign in | www.scubadiverlink.com/login.html |
| Support email | support@scubadiverlink.com |