The Problem
A badge that proves the handle is run by a specific, Humanity-verified owner.
Proof-of-Humanity credential – the rightful owner (publisher, artist, company representative) completes a quick palm scan, confirming they are a single, living person.
Handle-Owner credential – the platform (or registrar) signs a second credential that links that exact human or organization to the public handle, e.g. “@BrandHQ.”
Visible “Run by a Humanity-verified owner” badge – displayed automatically on any interface that sees the matching credentials.
Clone defense – no one else, human or bot, can display the badge or register confusing look-alike handles unless the owner issues an explicit sub-credential (e.g. “@BrandHQ-Support”).
Followers get an instant trust signal; impostors are blocked at creation.
The Solution
Attach every public handle to a privacy-preserving Proof-of-Humanity credential.
A single palm scan confirms the account owner is a real, unique person - no docs stored on the platform.
The platform issues a Verified Handle credential for “@YourName” that only that credential holder can activate.
Additional handles (brand teams, regional accounts) can be created only with the owner’s explicit, signed authorization.
Viewers see a simple "human-verified" badge; impostors can’t mimic or copy it.
How It Works
Single enrolment
The owner scans their palm once and stores the Proof-of-Humanity credential in their wallet.Handle linking
During handle registration, the owner signs with both the human credential and a one-time request for a Handle-Owner credential. The platform approves and issues it.Badge rendering
Every session or API call includes a short proof:
“I control handle X and possess the matching Handle-Owner credential.”
The front-end then renders the “Humanity-verified owner” badge.Delegation & takedown
The owner can grant limited sub-credentials (regional team, press account) or revoke them instantly. Profiles lacking a valid credential lose the badge and are flagged for removal.
Benefits & Results
Instant follower trust – users identify the real account at a glance.
Lower moderation costs – automated badge checks replace manual document reviews.
Privacy preserved – the badge proves authority without revealing legal names or IDs.
Easy delegation – brands add or remove sub-accounts with a click, no password sharing.
