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Cognito

Frictionless, modern identity verification that starts with just a… 


Company Size

11 - 50 employees

Year Founded

2013


About Cognito

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.

Founders & Key People

John Backus

John Backus

Founder/CTO, Cognito

Christopher Morton

Christopher Morton

Co-founder of Cognito

Alain Meier

Alain Meier

Co-founder of Cognito

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