Veriff OÜ

Veriff is a global AI-native identity verification and authentication platform founded in 2015 by Kaarel Kotkas and Janer Gorohhov, with its headquarters in Tallinn, Estonia. The company's core mission is to build trust in the online world by ensuring that individuals are who they claim to be, thereby preventing fraud and assisting businesses with regulatory compliance.

Veriff offers a comprehensive suite of AI-powered identity verification services, including document analysis, biometric authentication, liveness detection, age estimation, and fraud protection. Its platform supports over 12,500 identity documents from more than 230 countries and territories, utilizing a video-first approach and analyzing thousands of data points to provide accurate and objective decisions. The company serves a diverse range of market segments, including fintech, crypto, gaming, mobility, online marketplaces, and financial services.

Under the leadership of Founder and CEO Kaarel Kotkas, Veriff achieved unicorn status in January 2022 with a $1.5 billion valuation following a $100 million Series C funding round. The company has reported significant growth, tripling verification volumes and doubling revenue to over $100 million in 2025, driven by the increasing need to combat AI-generated fraud. Recent notable developments include the acquisition of Vespia in February 2026 and receiving FIDO Alliance global certification for Full Auto IDV in April 2026. Veriff's customer base includes major global companies such as Western Union, Instacart, Uber, and Bumble.