> ## Documentation Index
> Fetch the complete documentation index at: https://support.workbolt.ai/llms.txt
> Use this file to discover all available pages before exploring further.

# Requirements

> General requirements and eligibility criteria for WorkBolt projects.

## General eligibility

To participate in WorkBolt projects, you must:

* Have a verified WorkBolt account with completed onboarding
* Be approved by the WorkBolt team
* Have completed the Identity & Payment setup through Dots
* Have a clear speaking voice and a quiet recording environment
* Have a stable internet connection

## Equipment requirements

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  <Card title="What you need" icon="check">
    * Computer or laptop with stable internet
    * Microphone and/or headset
    * A quiet recording space with minimal background noise
    * Google Chrome browser (latest version)
  </Card>

  <Card title="Recommended extras" icon="star">
    * External USB microphone for improved audio quality
    * Closed-back headphones for monitoring
    * Pop filter to reduce plosive sounds
    * Treated recording space (carpeted, soft furnishings)
  </Card>
</Columns>

<Info>
  Most voice-related projects require a high-quality recording setup, including an external microphone and a quiet recording environment. See [**Recording Setup**](/equipment/recording-setup) for detailed equipment recommendations and setup instructions.
</Info>

## Project-specific requirements

Individual projects may have additional requirements defined by the client:

| Requirement         | Description                                       |
| ------------------- | ------------------------------------------------- |
| **Language**        | Specific language or dialect required             |
| **Accent**          | Particular accent needed (e.g., American English) |
| **Gender**          | Some projects target specific demographics        |
| **Minimum age**     | Age requirements for certain content              |
| **Equipment**       | Specific microphone or setup requirements         |
| **Expertise level** | Domain expertise for specialized projects         |

## Application requirements

When applying for a job, you may need to complete any combination of:

* **Resume upload** — provide your current resume
* **Reasoning assessment** — complete a reasoning style questionnaire
* **Interview** — attend a domain expert interview
* **Availability confirmation** — confirm your timezone and hours
* **Work authorization** — verify you're legally authorized to work
* **Voice recording** — submit audio samples following scripts
* **Video quiz** — complete an audio quality and guidelines assessment
* **Video sample** — record a video sample

<Warning>
  Make sure to review all project-specific requirements before applying. Submitting work that doesn't meet project criteria may result in rejected tasks. See [Quality Standards](/policies/quality-standards) for details.
</Warning>