Physical + Digital = Phygital
Three layers of trust in one verified credential. Each works independently. Together, they make the most secure certificate format that exists — available through Sealbound's white-label platform.
01

The Physical Layer

A professionally printed certificate or card. Premium paper stock, your branding, your design. Frame it on a wall or carry it in a wallet. It's real, tangible proof — the kind people are proud to display.

02

The NFC Layer

An NXP semiconductor chip embedded inside the certificate. Invisible, unforgeable, and readable by any modern smartphone. Tap your phone to the certificate and it opens a verification page instantly. No app required.

03

The Blockchain Layer

A Soulbound Token minted on Polygon. The on-chain record proves the credential was issued, who received it, and when — permanently. It can never be altered, duplicated, or revoked without a trace.

How Tap-to-Verify Works
No app. No login. No blockchain knowledge. Anyone can verify a Sealbound Phygital Certificate in three seconds — the gold standard for verified credentials.
1

Tap Your Phone

Hold any NFC-enabled smartphone near the certificate. iPhone, Android — both work. The phone reads the NXP chip automatically.

2

Verification Page Opens

Your browser opens a branded verification page showing the credential details: recipient name, issuer, date, achievement, and blockchain proof link.

3

Authenticity Confirmed

The page shows a green "Verified" badge linked to the Soulbound Token on Polygon. Anyone can confirm the credential is authentic — employer, client, or regulator.

Also includes a QR code on every certificate for camera-based verification — works on any phone, even without NFC.
Why Phygital Certificates
Can't Be Counterfeited

Every layer reinforces the others. Photocopy the certificate — the NFC chip won't be there. Clone the NFC chip — the cryptographic signature won't match. Forge the blockchain record — that's mathematically impossible.

NXP Semiconductor Chip

Military-grade NFC chip by NXP. Each chip has a unique cryptographic signature that cannot be cloned or reproduced. The same chip technology used in passports and contactless payment cards.

Soulbound Token (SBT)

A non-transferable token minted on Polygon blockchain. Permanently tied to the recipient's identity. Cannot be sold, copied, or moved to another wallet. The on-chain proof is immutable.

Zero Personal Data On-Chain

Only cryptographic hashes are stored on the blockchain. No names, no emails, no personal information. Privacy-by-design architecture protects the credential holder.

Available Formats
Every Sealbound Phygital Certificate format includes an embedded NXP NFC chip and QR code. Fully customizable through Sealbound's white-label platform.

Wall Frame

Printed certificate in a premium frame. Perfect for offices, clinics, and classrooms. NFC chip embedded in the certificate.

Desk Stand

Compact standing display for desks and shelves. Professional appearance with tap-to-verify built in.

NFC Card

Credit-card size with your branding. Fits in a wallet. Tap to verify. Ideal for membership and professional credentials.

Custom Format

Need something different? Custom sizes, materials, and packaging available for bulk orders. Talk to our team.

PDF Certificate vs.
Sealbound Phygital Certificate
Side by side, the difference between a file and verified credentials is obvious.
PDF Certificate
Downloaded once, forgotten forever
Can be edited, forged, or duplicated
No way to verify without calling the issuer
Not shareable on LinkedIn
Nothing physical to display with pride
Phygital Certificate
Displayed on walls, desks, and shelves
Impossible to forge — NFC + blockchain
Tap to verify in 3 seconds. No app needed.
LinkedIn-optimized sharing built in
The certificate itself is the proof
Common Questions

A phygital certificate combines a beautifully printed physical credential with an embedded NFC chip that links to a blockchain-verified digital record. "Phygital" = physical + digital. Tap a phone to the certificate and it verifies authenticity on the blockchain in under 3 seconds.

No. Any modern smartphone with NFC (iPhone 7+ or Android with NFC) can read the chip by tapping the phone to the certificate. The verification page opens automatically in the browser. Every certificate also has a QR code for phones without NFC.

We use NXP semiconductor chips — the same manufacturer that produces chips for passports, contactless bank cards, and access control systems. Each chip has a unique cryptographic signature that cannot be cloned.

No. A photocopy won't contain the NFC chip. A cloned chip won't produce a matching cryptographic signature. And the blockchain record (Soulbound Token) cannot be forged, duplicated, or transferred. All three layers must match for verification to succeed.

Worldwide. Production takes 3-5 business days, shipping 5-10 business days depending on destination. Bulk orders (100+) receive volume pricing. All orders include tracking.

Yes. Upload your own design or use our template builder. Your logo, your colors, your layout. For NFC cards, we offer full front and back customization. Enterprise clients get dedicated design support.

Give Your Recipients Something
Worth Framing

Tell us what you need — format, quantity, and timeline. We'll send you a sample and a custom quote. Sealbound Phygital Certificates are available as an add-on to any Sealbound plan, including our white-label deployments for verified credentials at scale.

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