Why Verification?
Verification is not about restriction.
It is about protecting real people.
OpenHeartsDating connects individuals who may be emotionally, socially, or physically vulnerable. To maintain a safe and respectful environment, all interaction requires identity verification.
What Does This Mean?
Without verification, you cannot:
- Send or receive messages
- View matches or be matched with others
- Participate in SOS & Mutual Aid
- Volunteer or offer help
- Publish content
How Verification Works
Create your account with basic information
Submit a government-issued ID document
Our trained staff reviews your submission (24-72 hours)
Once approved, enjoy all platform features
Your Privacy Is Protected
- Documents are encrypted at rest
- Access is logged and audited
- Documents are never public
- We are GDPR-compliant
- You can request full data deletion at any time
Why Manual Review?
We intentionally do not use automated or AI-based verification. Human review ensures accuracy and allows us to handle edge cases with care and empathy. This takes longer, but we believe it's worth it.
Our Commitment
We understand that verification can feel like a barrier. But every person who passes verification makes the community safer for everyone. Thank you for helping us build a space where real connections can flourish.