ID Verification

What is ID Verification?

ID Verification is an essential part of ensuring the security and fairness of GameShard. We’ve partnered with Stripe to handle this process, known as Know Your Customer (KYC), which is a standard security measure used by many platforms to confirm the identity of users. This verification is required for certain actions on GameShard, such as processing payouts or verifying your age when necessary. The process is straightforward. When prompted, you’ll be asked to provide a valid form of ID, like a passport or driver’s license, to confirm your identity. Stripe securely manages the verification, ensuring that your personal information is protected throughout. This step helps us safeguard the platform against fraud and maintain compliance with legal regulations, ensuring that everyone on GameShard is who they say they are. ID Verification may be required when you try to withdraw funds, participate in certain tournaments, or if age verification is needed. Although it’s a quick and secure process, it plays a crucial role in protecting both you and the GameShard community. If you have any questions about how your data is handled, our Privacy Policy provides additional information on the protection of your personal details.

Why is ID Verification required?

ID Verification is required on GameShard to comply with legal and regulatory obligations that apply to platforms handling financial transactions and age-restricted activities. Laws such as anti-money laundering (AML) regulations and Know Your Customer (KYC) standards ensure that platforms like ours verify the identity of users to prevent fraud, illegal activity, and underage participation. By completing ID Verification, you help us ensure that payouts are made to the correct individuals and that users meet the age requirements for participating in certain tournaments or receiving rewards. This process is crucial for legal compliance in jurisdictions worldwide, where platforms dealing with payments must verify the identity of users involved in financial transactions. Our trusted partner, Stripe, handles the verification, which securely manages your personal information. This requirement not only keeps our platform safe and compliant but also protects you and other users from fraud. In short, ID Verification isn’t just about security—it's about meeting legal requirements and ensuring a fair, safe gaming experience for everyone on GameShard.

How is my data handled?

At GameShard, we take your privacy and data security seriously. When you go through the ID Verification process, your personal information — such as your identification documents — is handled exclusively by our trusted partner, Stripe. Only Stripe receives and processes your ID documents for verification purposes. GameShard itself does not store or access your ID details directly. Stripe, a leading provider of secure payment services, ensures that your sensitive data is protected using advanced encryption and industry-standard security protocols. This process is designed to comply with privacy regulations and ensure that your information is handled securely and only for the purposes of verifying your identity. Whether it's for confirming your eligibility for payouts or ensuring you meet age requirements, your data is treated with the highest level of confidentiality and care. For more details on how your data is managed, please refer to our Privacy Policy, which outlines the steps we take to protect your personal information.