# Your Digital Identity on the Blockchain [**Get started with Zipwire Attest →**](https://zipwire.io/attest) ## Your Digital Identity on the Blockchain Zipwire Attest is a self-service platform that puts you in control of your digital identity. Register, connect your Ethereum wallet, and get blockchain attestations that prove who you are without compromising your privacy. ## What is Zipwire Attest? Zipwire Attest allows individuals to: * **Register independently** - No business account required * **Connect your Ethereum wallet** - Receive attestations directly to your wallet * **Complete ID verification** - Government-approved identity checks * **Get blockchain attestations** - Proof of Personhood and document attestations * **Generate cryptographic proofs** - Share only what you need, when you need it * **Use everywhere** - Your attestations work across the entire Web3 ecosystem ## How it Works ### 1. Register and Connect Visit [Zipwire Attest](https://zipwire.io/attest), create an account, and connect your Ethereum wallet. ### 2. Verify Your Identity Complete a secure ID check using our Yoti integration - the same technology trusted by banks and government services. ### 3. Get Attested Upon successful verification, claim attestations directly to your wallet: * **"IsAHuman"** - Proof that you're a verified human being * **"Private Data"** - Cryptographic attestations of your documents ### 4. Generate Proofs When you need to prove something about yourself, generate a cryptographic proof that reveals only the specific information needed. For a full step-by-step journey to get a JWT ProofPack with a claim like nationality (including attestation, delegation, and the Mint API), see [Getting a ProofPack JWT with a Nationality Claim](https://docs.zipwire.io/zipwire-attest/getting-a-proofpack-jwt-with-nationality). ## Types of Attestations ### IsAHuman Attestation A simple boolean attestation that proves you're a verified human. This is useful for: * Bot prevention in dApps * Access to gated communities * Basic trust verification ### Private Data Attestations Cryptographic attestations of your documents using Merkle root hashes. These allow you to: * Prove specific facts (age, nationality) without revealing full documents * Maintain complete privacy while being verifiable * Use selective disclosure for different use cases * Selectively reveal any item from your passport or AML report ## Use Cases ### For Individuals * **Age verification** - Prove you're over 18 without sharing your full passport * **Nationality verification** - Confirm your nationality for international services * **Professional credentials** - Verify qualifications without exposing personal details * **DeFi access** - Meet KYC requirements for financial services * **DAO participation** - Prove humanity for governance participation ### For Platforms * **User verification** - Know you're dealing with real humans * **Compliance** - Meet regulatory requirements while respecting privacy * **Trust building** - Reduce fraud and build confidence in your community * **Efficiency** - No need to run your own identity verification ## Privacy and Security ### Privacy-First Design * Your personal documents never leave your control * Only cryptographic hashes are stored on the blockchain * You choose exactly what information to reveal * No central database of personal information ### Security Features * Government-approved ID verification * Optional AML background checks * Cryptographic proofs ensure data integrity * On-chain verification prevents tampering ## Technical Details ### Blockchain Integration * Attestations made to Base blockchain by Zipwire * Uses EAS (Ethereum Attestation Service) * Compatible with all EAS-supporting platforms * Open standards for developer integration ### Wallet Requirements * Supports EOA (Externally Owned Account) and Smart Wallets (e.g., Coinbase Smart Wallet) * Browser extension wallets supported (MetaMask, Coinbase Wallet, etc.) * WalletConnect supported for mobile wallets and QR code connection ## Getting Started Ready to take control of your digital identity? Follow our step-by-step guide to get started with Zipwire Attest. {% content-ref url="" %} {% endcontent-ref %} ## Learn More * [Connect Your Wallet](https://docs.zipwire.io/fundamentals/security/wallet-connections) * [ID Verification Process](https://github.com/zipwireapp/gbk-tz-docs/blob/main/zipwire-attest/id-verification-process.md) * [Claiming Attestations](https://github.com/zipwireapp/gbk-tz-docs/blob/main/zipwire-attest/claiming-attestations.md) * [Generating Proofs](https://github.com/zipwireapp/gbk-tz-docs/blob/main/zipwire-attest/generating-proofs.md) * [Pricing](https://zipwire.io/my-account/pricing/attest-identity) ## Support Need help with Zipwire Attest? Our support team is here to help you get the most out of your digital identity. --- # Agent Instructions: Querying This Documentation If you need additional information that is not directly available in this page, you can query the documentation dynamically by asking a question. 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