Know when. Know where. Know if it was changed.

AI-generated images, deepfakes, and photo editing tools have made it easier than ever to fabricate or alter visual evidence. At the same time, it's become just as easy for someone to falsely claim that real, authentic photos are fake. A photo from your camera roll carries no independent verification — there's no way to show when it was taken, where it was taken, or that it hasn't been altered. SnapProof addresses both problems. Every capture is tied to a real device, a real GPS location, and a verified moment in time — with an independent timestamp and digital fingerprint that anyone can check.

No. SnapProof only generates Certified Reports for photos and videos captured inside the SnapProof camera. This is intentional — it ensures the digital fingerprint is generated at the exact moment of capture, before any editing could occur. If we allowed outside photos, there would be no way to verify the file hadn't been altered before certification. This strict capture-to-certification process is what makes SnapProof verification credible.

SnapProof is a documentation tool — not a legal service. We provide cryptographically verified records that include timestamps, GPS data, device information, and digital fingerprints. Whether any piece of documentation is admissible in court is always determined by the presiding judge, applicable rules of evidence, and the specifics of each case. SnapProof does not guarantee admissibility, legal outcomes, or the success of any claim or defense. We recommend consulting with a qualified attorney about how documentation tools may apply to your specific situation.

Your camera roll has no independent verification. Photos can be edited, metadata can be stripped, and timestamps can be changed — with no way to detect it. SnapProof generates a unique digital fingerprint (SHA-256 hash) at the moment of capture and records it with a DigiCert timestamp. If even one pixel is changed afterward, verification is designed to flag the change. In an era of AI-generated images and deepfakes, your camera roll offers zero defense against fabrication claims. SnapProof ties every capture to a verified device, time, and location — making it significantly harder for someone to credibly question your documentation.

Your photos and videos never leave your device. We do not upload, store, or have access to your media files. The only data stored on our servers is the cryptographic verification data — the digital fingerprint and timestamp that confirm when and where a file was captured. We never see your files.

Every Certified Report gets a unique Verification ID and QR code. When someone needs to check your documentation — your attorney, an insurance adjuster, a judge — they go to verify.getsnapproof.com, enter the code or scan the QR, and upload the original file. The system automatically checks whether the file matches the recorded fingerprint. If the file matches, it confirms a match. If the file doesn't match the recorded fingerprint, it indicates a discrepancy. The whole process takes less than a minute. No app needed, no account needed, no login required.

Your Certified Reports are self-contained — they include the original image, all metadata, the verification hash, and the timestamp. If you've exported or saved your PDFs (via email, cloud storage, or AirDrop), your verified documentation exists independently of your device. However, it's important to understand: SnapProof does not store your photos or videos. If you lose your device without exporting your Certified Reports, your files cannot be recovered from our servers. This is a privacy feature — we never have access to your files. We strongly recommend exporting your Certified Reports after every report generation.

Every photo taken with SnapProof — free or paid — gets a timestamp, GPS location, device information, and a unique Verification ID burned directly onto the file. That's your baseline documentation. A Certified Report takes it further by adding an independent third-party timestamp from DigiCert that verifies exactly when the file existed, a professional PDF report with all verification data and a QR code for instant independent verification, and full tamper detection — if even one pixel changes, verification is designed to flag it. Think of it as the difference between a personal record and an independently verified one.

Yes. Anyone can verify documentation at verify.getsnapproof.com using only a web browser. They enter the Verification ID, upload the file, and the system checks whether the file matches the recorded fingerprint. No app download, no account, no login required. This is designed so your attorney, a judge, an insurance adjuster, or opposing counsel can independently check your documentation.

Every file receives a SHA-256 cryptographic hash at capture — a unique digital fingerprint based on every pixel in the image. This hash is recorded with an independent third-party timestamp from DigiCert. If anyone modifies the file afterward — even changing a single pixel — the hash won't match, and verification is designed to indicate the file has been altered.

Chain of custody refers to the documented history of evidence — who captured it, when, and whether it's been altered. Standard camera roll photos have no chain of custody because they can be edited without detection. SnapProof creates a documented timeline from capture to certification, including timestamp, location, device information, and a digital fingerprint. This documentation is designed to support chain of custody practices, though specific legal standards vary by jurisdiction and SnapProof does not guarantee compliance with any jurisdiction's chain of custody requirements.

Yes. You can capture unlimited photos and videos with timestamp, GPS, and device information at no cost, forever, with no credit card required. You also receive 1 free Certified Report to experience the full verification process. Additional Certified Reports are $9.99 each.

When SnapProof generates a Certified Report, we use an independent third-party timestamp to verify exactly when your file existed in its current state. That timestamp comes from DigiCert, one of the world's largest certificate authorities — the same infrastructure trusted by banks, Fortune 500 companies, and government agencies. This matters because the verification doesn't rely solely on SnapProof — it's backed by a globally recognized authority. Important: DigiCert verifies when the file existed in its current state. It does not verify the subject or content of the photo — only the integrity and timing of the digital file.

Yes. SnapProof is designed for documenting exchanges, incidents, living conditions, and communication patterns over time. Each capture is timestamped with date, time, and location. You can organize captures into incidents and export professional PDF reports showing a verified timeline.

Each Certified Report contains: the original captured image or video frame, date and time of capture, GPS coordinates and address, device information, the SHA-256 hash, the DigiCert timestamp verification, a unique Verification ID, and a QR code linking to independent verification. The report is designed to contain key data that may support authenticity verification.

Yes. SnapProof is designed for documenting vehicle damage, property conditions, water damage, theft, and repair timelines. Each photo is cryptographically recorded at capture, creating a verified record that an insurance adjuster can independently check. The timestamped documentation shows exactly when damage was captured.

Yes. SnapProof captures photos and videos and can generate Certified Reports for both. The same cryptographic protection applies — timestamp, location, device info, and digital fingerprint are recorded at the moment of capture.

This is exactly what SnapProof is built for. Every certified file includes a digital fingerprint that shows the file hasn't been modified, a third-party timestamp showing when it was captured, and a public verification portal where anyone can check authenticity in under a minute. When someone claims your photo is fake or AI-generated, SnapProof gives you cryptographic verification data — not just your word. Because every capture is tied to a specific device, GPS location, and independently verified moment in time, it's significantly harder for someone to credibly question your documentation.

No. SnapProof is a documentation tool, not a legal service. We provide cryptographic verification technology designed to strengthen your documentation, but we do not provide legal advice, guarantee any legal outcome, or make any representation about how courts will treat your documentation. Always consult with a qualified attorney about your specific situation.

Yes. You can add a title and description to any capture and organize your documentation into incidents. This helps build context around your captures when you export reports.

SnapProof stores captures locally on your device, so your storage is limited only by your phone's available space. SnapProof itself imposes no storage limits.

Yes. You can export Certified Reports as PDF files and share them via email, AirDrop, messaging apps, or any sharing method your device supports. You can also share the Verification ID directly so your attorney can verify the documentation independently at verify.getsnapproof.com.

Yes. SnapProof works anywhere you have a GPS signal and internet connection. Timestamps are recorded in UTC and converted to your local time zone. GPS coordinates are captured regardless of country. DigiCert's RFC 3161 timestamps are internationally recognized.

Your Certified Reports are self-contained PDF documents that include all verification data. The RFC 3161 timestamp certificates exist independently on DigiCert's servers and remain cryptographically valid regardless of SnapProof's operational status. Any Certified Reports you've exported can be verified using standard cryptographic tools without SnapProof. We do not guarantee indefinite availability of the online verification portal, which is why every Certified Report is designed to be independently verifiable.

Yes. SnapProof uses your device's built-in camera capabilities, including flash. The quality of low-light captures depends on your device's camera hardware. We recommend using flash when documenting in dark conditions to ensure your captures are clear and usable.

Yes. SnapProof requires an internet connection to capture and generate Certified Reports. The app communicates with DigiCert's servers in real time to generate your independent timestamp. If you have no signal or a weak connection, the capture will not complete. We recommend ensuring you have a stable connection before documenting. We understand this can be a limitation in urgent situations and recommend preparing your connection before critical documentation when possible.

No. SnapProof runs privately on your device. We don't send notifications to anyone, we don't share user information, and your photos never touch our servers. The only time someone else sees your documentation is when you choose to share it.

Screenshots and screen recordings can be easily fabricated or edited, and they carry no independent verification. SnapProof captures original documentation directly through the camera with cryptographic protection at the moment of capture — not after the fact. The verification is built into the capture process, not added later.

Yes. SnapProof is available on both iOS and Android.

If you haven't exported a Certified Report for that capture, the file cannot be recovered from our servers — we never store your photos or videos. This is why we strongly recommend generating and exporting Certified Reports promptly. Once exported, your PDF report exists independently and remains verifiable regardless of what happens on your device.

Yes. Multiple people can independently capture and certify documentation related to the same situation. Each person's captures are tied to their own device and verification records. This can be useful when multiple witnesses document the same event from different perspectives.