Questions about private proof packets and Bitcoin timestamps
These are the questions that matter most when you are documenting ownership: what becomes public, what stays private, what you are paying for, and how to keep the resulting packet usable later.
Common questions
Do I need to own Bitcoin?
No. Verify handles the blockchain side of the process for the proof packet workflow.
What exactly goes on-chain?
Only the hash of the finished proof packet and the transaction record. Your photos, notes, and PDF contents are not written to Bitcoin.
What am I paying for?
You are paying for the proof packet workflow, the Bitcoin anchoring process, and the resulting receipt and tracking flow.
Why put the packet hash on-chain at all?
Because it creates a durable timestamp that can still be checked independently later, even if the website changes or disappears.
Can Verify replace an appraisal?
No. It complements appraisals and other records. A strong documentation stack usually includes purchase records, appraisals where relevant, photos, and provenance notes.
What should I do after I download the packet?
Keep the proof packet and the transaction receipt in a secure location you control, and make sure the Verify ID stays accessible to you.