Blockpass (PASS): how it works, supply and reviews
In short
- Type
- Hosted KYC, KYB and AML platform (software service), not a blockchain
- Initial distribution
- PASS token launched in 2017 with an identity-locking function in its smart contract
- Risks and caveats
- Blockpass provides its services 'as is', with no warranty, under its terms of service.
- Checked
- 1 November 2026
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Key facts
- Ticker
- PASS
- Official site
- blockpass.org
Key facts checked on 1 November 2026 against official sources.
What is Blockpass
Blockpass is an identity-verification (KYC, KYB and AML) service for crypto and other regulated businesses, run by Blockpass UK Ltd in London. Its PASS token launched in 2017 and is tied to the identity system.
Network and consensus
| Parameter | Details |
|---|---|
| Type | Hosted KYC, KYB and AML platform (software service), not a blockchain |
| Runs on | On-Chain KYC 2.0 gives blockchain identity verification and attestation (age, geography, accredited investor, AML/sanctions) |
| Travel Rule | Travel Rule solution for virtual asset service providers (VASPs) |
| Fees | Basic plan: $99 monthly minimum; $1.35 per KYC check (as listed 1 November 2026) |
Supply and issuance
| Parameter | Details |
|---|---|
| Initial distribution | PASS token launched in 2017 with an identity-locking function in its smart contract |
What PASS is used for
- PASS is described as the utility token of the Blockpass identity system, with identity locking built into its contract.
- Moving or selling PASS requires the holder to complete Blockpass's token activation process.
Who develops and governs Blockpass
- Company
- Blockpass UK Ltd, a private limited company in England and Wales (no. 11251249), part of the Blockpass Group
- Legal entity
- Companies House lists Blockpass UK Ltd as active, incorporated on 13 March 2018
- Headquarters
- Registered office: 27 Old Gloucester Street, London WC1N 3AX
- Founders
- Adam Vaziri is named as Blockpass CEO
History
| Date | Event |
|---|---|
| 2017 | Blockpass starts building its KYC and AML service. |
| 13 March 2018 | Blockpass UK Ltd is incorporated in England and Wales. |
| 1 September 2020 | All Blockpass services covered by its terms move to Blockpass UK Ltd. |
| 1 March 2022 | PASS starts a liquidity-mining program with Uniswap. |
| 20 April 2022 | Blockpass partners with EMURGO to offer on-chain KYC in the Cardano ecosystem. |
| 31 March 2023 | Blockpass UK is certified to ISO 27001 by the British Assessment Bureau. |
| 28 January 2026 | Blockpass launches a $99-per-month plan for crypto startups. |
Security and audits
- Blockpass UK is certified to ISO 27001 by the British Assessment Bureau (March 2023) and also holds Cyber Essentials Plus.
Security incidents
No security incident is recorded in the sources checked on 1 November 2026 (the company’s own channels and incident databases): defillama.com/hacks, hacked.slowmist.io/search, rekt.news/leaderboard, blockpass.org/sitemap-0.xml
Risks and caveats
- Blockpass provides its services 'as is', with no warranty, under its terms of service.
- Moving or selling PASS requires an activation step run by Blockpass.
Official links
- Website: www.blockpass.org
- Docs: docs.blockpass.org
- Source code: github.com/blockpass-org
- Blog: www.blockpass.org/blog
Questions and answers
What is Blockpass?
Blockpass is a KYC, KYB and AML verification service for crypto and other regulated businesses, run by Blockpass UK Ltd in London.
Who owns Blockpass?
Services are provided by Blockpass UK Ltd (company no. 11251249, England and Wales), part of the Blockpass Group; its CEO is Adam Vaziri.
What is the PASS token?
PASS is the Blockpass utility token launched in 2017 with identity locking in its contract; moving it requires a Blockpass activation step.
How much does Blockpass cost?
The Basic plan has a $99 monthly minimum and $1.35 per KYC check (pricing page, 1 November 2026).
Sources
- Blockpass — Home
- Blockpass — About
- Blockpass — Crypto KYC
- Blockpass — Travel Rule Solution
- Blockpass — Pricing
- Blockpass — Terms of Service
- Companies House — Blockpass UK Ltd
- Blockpass — ISO 27001 certification (31 March 2023)
- Blockpass — PASS liquidity mining (1 March 2022)
- Blockpass — PASS token activation guide (11 June 2021)
- Blockpass — EMURGO partnership (20 April 2022)
- Blockpass — $99 plan (28 January 2026)
- GitHub — blockpass-org
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