Bindle

Bindle is a digital identity platform launched in 2020 that implements Self-Sovereign Identity (SSI) and Verifiable Credentials (VCs) technology. The platform initially focused on COVID-19 health credentials, becoming one of the largest private deployments of W3C Verifiable Credentials in the United States. Key technical features include military-grade encryption, secure key storage in device secure enclaves, and integration with Hyperledger blockchain technology after transitioning from Ethereum.

The platform's architecture emphasizes data sovereignty by storing encrypted user data in personal data lockers, with private keys maintained exclusively in the user's device secure enclave. This design ensures that neither Bindle Systems nor third parties can access user data without explicit consent. The system operates through two main components: a verifier platform for organizations to validate credentials, and a digital wallet for users to store and manage their identity information. Technical implementations include API integration for credential issuers, support for both test results and vaccine certificates, and GDPR/CCPA compliance.

Notable adoption included partnerships with several prominent institutions, including The Chicago Symphony, Dartmouth College, The Kennedy Center, and San Diego State University. The platform has since expanded beyond health credentials to address broader digital identity verification challenges, offering both Bindle-branded and white-labeled solutions. The system supports:

• Flexible verification requirements
• Customizable branding options
• Single API integration
• Privacy-preserving credential verification

  Implementation example: Used for the White House Correspondents Dinner health credential verification