BrightID

Founded on the belief that identity is a human right, BrightID provides a foundation for fair digital systems through proof of uniqueness. The project solves a fundamental problem in digital identity: verifying that each user exists in a system only once—without infringing on their privacy. This is achieved through a network of trust-based relationships. Individuals install the BrightID app, create a profile, and form connections with people they know. These connections generate a social graph used to verify uniqueness and detect duplicate accounts.

Unlike biometric or document-based systems, BrightID does not collect or store personally identifying information. No email, national ID, phone number, or blockchain wallet is ever required. Users are instead verified through a decentralized process involving “connection parties,” where they meet hosts and are granted “Meets” verifications. These verifications power access to platforms like Gitcoin, clr.fund, and RabbitHole, which rely on Sybil resistance to allocate resources and opportunities fairly.

Currently integrated with more than 15 applications and supporting 70K+ sponsored users, BrightID has been recognized by key Web3 projects for its effectiveness in ensuring uniqueness. Partners such as Gitcoin, clr.fund, and 1Hive leverage BrightID to secure quadratic voting, funding distribution, and other identity-sensitive features. These use cases go far beyond basic verification and demonstrate BrightID’s strength as a foundational public good for the decentralized world.

BrightID delivers a unique set of benefits and features that set it apart from traditional identity verification solutions:

• Privacy-Centric Identity: Users can prove their uniqueness without revealing personal data—no biometrics, no documents, no surveillance.
• Decentralized Trust Graph: BrightID builds a web-of-trust between users to detect Sybil attacks and duplicate identities.
• Seamless Integration: Developers can add BrightID to their app or platform with open-source tools and fully decentralized infrastructure.
• Access to Public Goods: Verified BrightIDs unlock fair access to systems like Gitcoin Grants, clr.fund, and more.
• Open and Community-Driven: Governed by BrightDAO, the ecosystem encourages community involvement and co-creation.
• Scalable Sybil Resistance: BrightID’s solution is built to support large-scale user bases without compromising verification quality.

Getting started with BrightID is simple, secure, and entirely private:

• Download the App: Install the mobile app via Google Play or Apple App Store.
• Create a Profile: Set a name and image for easy recognition—no real ID, phone number, or wallet required.
• Attend a Connection Party: Join a hosted event listed in the app to receive your “Meets” verification.
• Connect to Apps: Use your verified BrightID to access supported apps and claim your fair share of public goods.
• Participate in Governance: Get involved with BrightDAO through the public Discord space and shape the future of BrightID.