Introduction
Sphyre is a comprehensive Self-Sovereign Identity (SSI) platform that empowers users with complete control over their digital identities and credentials. Built on cutting-edge blockchain and cryptographic technologies, Sphyre provides a secure, privacy-preserving solution for identity management.Get Started in 5 Minutes
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Key Features
Self-Sovereign Identity
Users own and control their identity data without relying on centralized authorities
Verifiable Credentials
Issue, store, and verify tamper-proof digital credentials
Zero-Knowledge Proofs
Prove facts about your credentials without revealing unnecessary information
Post-Quantum Cryptography
Future-proof security using Kyber-Dilithium cryptographic algorithms
Ecosystem Components
Sphyre consists of four integrated applications that work together to provide a complete SSI solution:Fortro Engine
Rust-based backend API with blockchain, IPFS, and MongoDB integration
Sphyre ALV
User wallet app for managing credentials and digital identity
Sphyre Issuers
Organization dashboard for issuing and managing credentials
Sphyre Verifier
Verification portal for requesting and validating credentials
Common Use Cases
Digital Identity Verification
Digital Identity Verification
Replace physical IDs with verifiable digital credentials. Institutions can issue digital IDs, driver’s licenses, and other identity documents that users can store in their wallet and present when needed.
Educational Credentials
Educational Credentials
Universities and educational institutions can issue tamper-proof diplomas, certificates, and transcripts that students own and can share with employers or other institutions.
Professional Certifications
Professional Certifications
Professional organizations can issue certifications and licenses that practitioners can present to clients or employers, with instant verification capabilities.
Access Control
Access Control
Organizations can verify credentials for access control without storing personal data, using zero-knowledge proofs to validate eligibility without revealing unnecessary information.
Why Sphyre?
Privacy-First
Selective disclosure and zero-knowledge proofs ensure you only share what’s necessary
Decentralized
No central authority controls your identity. Data is stored on IPFS and anchored on blockchain
Interoperable
Built on W3C standards for DIDs and Verifiable Credentials
Secure
Post-quantum cryptography protects against future threats
User-Friendly
Intuitive interfaces make advanced cryptography accessible to everyone
Open Source
Transparent, auditable, and community-driven development
Next Steps
1
Learn the Basics
Understand SSI concepts and how DIDs work
2
Set Up Your Wallet
Follow our quickstart guide to create your first wallet
3
Explore Components
Learn about each component in the ecosystem
4
Build with Sphyre
Check out our developer guides to integrate Sphyre
Ready to dive in?
Start with our quickstart guide