Badges - Secure Badging & GPS
Messenger, Classifieds, GPS
Archived App (Last seen on 9 Jan 2026)
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About
This app offers secure communication and data sharing with end-to-end encryption and anonymity features. It allows users to create digital badges for access control and share messages, images, classifieds, and GPS points securely. Physical pairing via Bluetooth enhances security by preventing man-in-the-middle attacks.
What's New in Badges
2.30
July 3, 2022
As per Apple guidelines, added account deletion option.
Developer apps
FAQ
What is Badges used for?
Badges is used for secure, end-to-end encrypted communication and data sharing, including messages, images, classifieds, and GPS points. It also facilitates access control and privilege attestation through cryptographic digital badges and vouchers.
How does Badges ensure security?
Badges employs advanced cryptographic standards like NIST SP800-56 rev3 and HKDF, along with AES128, SHA256, ECDH128, ECDSA256, and Linkable Ring Signatures. Physical pairing via Bluetooth prevents man-in-the-middle attacks during key provisioning.
Can I share my location with Badges?
Yes, Badges allows you to share GPS points with end-to-end security. These shared GPS points are cryptographically ensured to be anonymous and are securely stored in the cloud.
How does Badges handle anonymity?
Badges uses Linkable Ring Signatures (LRS) over elliptic curves to provide anonymity for members. This ensures that messages, images, classifieds, and GPS points sent within a badge are cryptographically anonymous.
What is the physical pairing feature in Badges?
Physical pairing over Bluetooth is a key feature that allows members to be added to a badge through proximity pairing. This method of key provisioning is more secure than internet-based methods and guarantees non-repudiation.
How are my Badges data synchronized?
Badges data is automatically synchronized across all your devices using iCloud Keychain and iCloud Drive. This allows you to seamlessly continue conversations or access data from your iPhone to your iPad.
What happens to old messages in Badges?
Messages, classifieds, and GPS points within Badges that have not been used for more than 3 weeks are automatically deleted. This helps to minimize storage consumption on your device.
Is Badges available on multiple devices?
Yes, Badges is supported on iPhone and iPad. It synchronizes automatically across devices using iCloud, allowing for a seamless cross-platform experience.
