Security & Blockchain Technology
Your trust is our priority. Learn how we protect your data with enterprise-grade security and blockchain transparency.
Blockchain Architecture
How verification data flows from your store to the blockchain
1. Shopify Store
Merchant initiates verification request
2. Bazar API
Processes verification, validates documents
3. Hedera Blockchain
Immutable proof anchored permanently
4. Public Ledger
Anyone can verify authenticity independently
Why Hedera Blockchain?
We chose Hedera for its unmatched speed, security, and environmental sustainability.
Fast & Efficient
10,000+ transactions per second with 3-5 second finality
Secure & Immutable
Asynchronous Byzantine Fault Tolerant consensus mechanism
Eco-Friendly
Carbon-negative network with minimal energy consumption
Low Cost
$0.0001 per transaction — affordable for everyone
Hedera Services We Use
Consensus Service (HCS)
Provides immutable ordering and timestamping of verification events. Every verification is assigned a consensus timestamp that cannot be altered.
File Service (HFS)
Stores encrypted metadata securely on the distributed ledger. Documents and sensitive information are hashed, not stored directly.
Smart Contracts
Maintains a verification registry that tracks all merchant verifications and trust scores in a tamper-proof manner.
Data Privacy & Protection
We only store what's necessary on-chain, and we never expose personal information publicly.
What We Store On-Chain
- ✓Verification status (approved/pending/failed)
- ✓Cryptographic hash of verification proof
- ✓Timestamp of verification
- ✓Trust score (numerical value only)
- ✓Business name (public information only)
What We NEVER Store
- ✗Personal identification documents
- ✗Social security numbers or tax IDs
- ✗Bank account or payment information
- ✗Home addresses or phone numbers
- ✗Email addresses (stored securely off-chain)
Encryption & Access Control
Data at Rest
AES-256 encryption for all stored data
All sensitive data stored in our databases is encrypted using AES-256, the same standard used by banks and government agencies.
Data in Transit
TLS 1.3 for all network communications
All data transmitted between your browser, our servers, and the blockchain uses TLS 1.3 encryption, ensuring end-to-end security.
Access Control
Role-based permissions and MFA
Multi-factor authentication, role-based access control, and comprehensive audit logging ensure only authorized personnel can access sensitive systems.
Audit Logs
Complete activity tracking and monitoring
Every action in our system is logged and monitored. We maintain comprehensive audit trails for all verification activities and data access.
Compliance & Certifications
We comply with international privacy and security standards.
Full compliance with EU data protection regulations
California Consumer Privacy Act compliant
Encrypted data transmission
Bank-level encryption at rest