What is Civic?

Civic provides a comprehensive suite of authentication and identity verification solutions leveraging artificial intelligence to streamline user onboarding and management. Its core products, Civic Auth and Civic Pass, empower businesses and developers to enable frictionless sign-in experiences, secure credential storage, and robust proof of personhood verification using biometric analysis and government ID checks. Civic’s technology is designed for secure, scalable integration into web and Web3 platforms, helping organizations meet compliance requirements and defend against threats like Sybil attacks.

The platform offers flexible sign-in methods, including email, Google, passkeys, and wallet connectivity, with support for embedded wallets. Civic ensures user privacy by securely managing credentials and issuing on-chain attestations with periodic re-verification. Its end-to-end approach delivers dependable, privacy-preserving identity solutions for applications across industries seeking to boost trust and security while enhancing usability.

Features

Flexible Authentication: Supports sign-in with email, Google, passkeys, or wallets
AI-Powered Verification: Proofs of personhood using uniqueness, liveness, and government-issued ID checks
Credential Management: Securely stores and manages user credentials with periodic re-verification
On-Chain Attestations: Issues blockchain-based attestations for user verification
Privacy Protection: Maintains user privacy through advanced encryption and data handling
Developer Toolkit: Easy integration with existing or embedded wallets and robust access control
Sybil Defense: Prevents multiple fake accounts with biometric and identity verification
Compliance Support: Meets complex regulatory requirements for digital identity

Use Cases

User onboarding for Web3 platforms and decentralized applications
Digital identity verification for fintech, gaming, and online marketplaces
Proof of personhood and liveness checks to combat bot attacks and Sybil threats
Access control and compliance for regulated digital services
Credential management and on-chain attestations for secure user access
Enhancing security and privacy in digital communities

FAQs

What authentication methods are supported by Civic?

Civic supports sign-in via email, Google, passkeys, or blockchain wallets, including embedded wallet options.
How does Civic verify a user's identity?

Civic verifies users through proofs of personhood, including biometric uniqueness and liveness checks, as well as government-issued ID validation.
Does Civic offer privacy protection for user data?

Yes, Civic uses advanced encryption and privacy-preserving technology to securely store and manage credentials, ensuring user data protection.
What is Civic Pass?

Civic Pass is a toolkit for developers to implement user verification and access control in applications and smart contracts, providing robust digital identity solutions.
Is there a free plan available for Civic's services?

Yes, Civic offers free plans for both Civic Auth and Civic Pass.