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Life & fun · April 15, 2025

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There's No Cryptographic Integrity in How We Prove We're Safe

I built a platform that lets users verify their identity and run a background check—and securely share proof of a clean record without exposing personal details like full name, address, or date of birth. This is something we found missing in all other services: they keep the data locked in their systems and share way too much when you want to prove you're safe. We built a privacy-first solution where you control your data. Use case: You’re a high-profile individual or just privacy-conscious, and want to prove you're safe to meet—say on a dating app—without revealing where you live or your…

There's No Cryptographic Integrity in How We Prove We're Safe launched on April 15, 2025 with 6 votes and more than 75% of that year's launches.

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I built a platform that lets users verify their identity and run a background check—and securely share proof of a clean record without exposing personal details like full name, address, or date of birth. This is something we found missing in all other services: they keep the data locked in their systems and share way…

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