Validiris lets anyone independently check that something is real — an article, a document, or a credential — and see how it was made, who stands behind it, and when.
How verification works
When something is published or issued, Validiris records a tamper-evident proof of it: what it is, its sources, who reviewed or issued it, and the exact time. Anyone can then look it up and confirm it hasn't been altered — without taking anyone's word for it.
Recorded — the item and its sources are written to an append-only trust ledger.
Sealed — each entry is cryptographically linked to the one before, so tampering is detectable.
Checkable — anyone can verify it in one click, any time, with no login.
What the badge means
A Validiris badge tells a reader the item has a verifiable trust record. The stronger the badge, the more of the trust process it has passed. See the full ladder on how we verify.
What is proven
The item exists and was recorded at a specific time (tamper-evident).
Its declared sources and who reviewed or issued it.
That the record has not been altered since.
What is not claimed
It is not a guarantee that every fact is true — verification proves provenance and process, not omniscience.
A badge is an editorial + sourcing assessment, not a court ruling.
Validiris does not rank opinions or decide who is right.
Why it matters
Media & publishing — readers can see an article's sources, review status and proof, and check it themselves.
Professional & member bodies — associations, NGOs and ASBLs can attest memberships, accreditations and statements anyone can verify in seconds.
Experts & consultants — independent professionals can issue verifiable proof of a report, opinion or engagement.
Documents & certificates — legal, compliance and training records gain a portable, independently-checkable trust record.
Need to prove documents, publications, credentials or professional claims?
The Validiris Verification Network — for media, associations, NGOs, experts, and legal/compliance teams.