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Cognito

Frictionless, modern identity verification that starts with just a…

Cognito is the highest converting ID verification system on the market. By starting with just a user's phone number, Cognito can verify their name, date of birth, address, phone, and Social Security Number. The strong link formed between a user and their phone number builds trust while reducing friction.
Cognito
Founded:2013
Team Size:12
Location:Palo Alto

Active Founders

John Backus, Founder/CTO

CTO and Founder @ Cognito (Acquired by Plaid in 2022)
John Backus
John Backus
Cognito

Alain Meier, Founder/CEO

Alain Meier
Alain Meier
Cognito

Christopher Morton, Founder/President and COO

Christopher Morton
Christopher Morton
Cognito

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