🔒 Bitcoin-Backed Proof

Copyright Your Photos in Seconds — Without Uploading Them

Get a Bitcoin-anchored timestamp that proves your photo existed first — private, tamper-proof, and accepted as independent evidence.

50k+ proofs created • 1k+ creators protected • SSL encrypted

⚡ Upload → Hash → Timestamp → Certificate in 12 seconds

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No file uploads Bitcoin-backed Copyright-ready certificate

Why Photographers Use This Instead of Copyright.gov

Instant proof — no forms, no waiting

No need to upload photos

Tamper-proof certificate accepted by platforms

Works for RAW files or finals

Public verification link for disputes

The Problem

It's your light, your timing, your miles—and then the image shows up on a brand page with no tag. DMs get ignored. Platform takedowns drag on. You shouldn't have to beg to be recognized for your own eye.

Certificate of Authorship Continuity
Independent, Bitcoin-Anchored Timestamp Proof
Date Proof Stage Hash (SHA-256) Status
Oct 15, 2024 Draft a7f5c8d9...f8a9b0 ✓ Verified
Nov 5, 2024 Revision b2f1a4c6...c1d2e3f4 ✓ Verified
Dec 5, 2024 Final Release e3f4a5b6...c1d2e3f4 ✓ Verified
All timestamps independently verified on Bitcoin blockchain

What this proves:

  • Your file existed at the recorded timestamp
  • The file has not been altered since that moment
  • Independent, third-party verification via Bitcoin blockchain

What it doesn't prove:

  • The content of your file (only the cryptographic hash is recorded)

The Solution

Create a verifiable, independent timestamp for each RAW or final—proof that your exact file existed at a specific moment. We store only the hash. Your work stays private; your evidence stays public.

Why ProofYouWereFirst?

Proof anchored beyond any single platform

Hash‑only privacy for RAW files and finals

Official‑style certificate preview builds trust with clients

Confidence to publish and license without fear

How It Works

1
Drop your file

Hash created instantly (your file never leaves your computer)

2
Proof anchored

Timestamp recorded on Bitcoin blockchain

3
Get certificate

Share verifiable proof link with clients/platforms

Real Photographer Scenarios

📸

Client disputes you delivered on time

→ Show timestamped proof of RAW file creation date

🚨

Instagram account steals your photo

→ Include certificate link in DMCA takedown

💼

Agency questions image authenticity

→ Share blockchain-verified proof link

Frequently Asked Questions

What if someone steals my photo before I create proof?

Timestamp each shoot immediately — the earlier your record, the stronger your legal position. Courts and platforms rely heavily on who can prove file existence first.

Can I use this in court?

Yes. Blockchain timestamps are increasingly accepted as independent, tamper-proof evidence. They provide a cryptographic record showing your file existed first, which can dramatically strengthen your claim. While no single tool guarantees a ruling, timestamps like these often resolve disputes before they escalate because they're so hard to challenge.

What file types can I use?

Any: RAW, JPG, PNG, TIFF, edited versions, exports, project files.

Does my photo get uploaded or stored?

No. Only a hash (a secure digital fingerprint) is created. Your image stays entirely private and never leaves your device.

What if someone screenshots my photo and claims it?

A screenshot can't match your original hash. Your timestamp serves as independent proof of priority, making it extremely difficult for anyone to dispute your authorship.

Can I timestamp an entire shoot at once?

Yes. Batch as many files as you need for a complete evidentiary record of your work.

What if I edit my work later?

Timestamp versions (RAW → edits → final) to create a verifiable timeline of your creative process—powerful in any dispute.

Does this help with unauthorized AI use?

Absolutely. A timestamp anchors your authorship long before any dataset or AI model could have used your work. This is emerging as one of the strongest forms of proof against AI-related misuse.

How long does the proof last?

Permanently. Once anchored to Bitcoin, the timestamp is immutable and independently verifiable forever.

Can clients or brands verify my proof?

Yes. Anyone can independently confirm the timestamp on the blockchain. This adds a layer of professional credibility and legal clarity to your work.

Is this a copyright registration?

No. It's timestamped evidence of existence/integrity used alongside other documentation.

Can agencies verify this themselves?

Yes. Anyone can check the public proof link and verify the anchor.

Will people see my images?

No. Only the hash is recorded; your files remain private.

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