Paterfy, what is it ?
Paterfy Data Timestamp Solution constitutes a prerequisite for filing an application for a Worldwide Industrial Property Title and an Inviolable Anteriority Proof, it’s the best solution allowing you to benefit from Secure Files Archiving with Probative Value.
How does it work ?
On Paterfy Platform, you can upload your documents to Protect Autorship and Timestamp them : For each file uploaded, a Cryptographic Fingerprint will be created in the Blockchain with the SHA256 Checksums of each File.
1 – Login or Register in with your Email or Web3 Wallet.
2 – Enter Legal Information to Prove your Authorship.
3 – Upload a File with No Size Limit within 110 Accepted Files Types.
4 – Get your File Timestamp Certificate on Blockchain.
5 – Download your Timestamped File hosted on Secure Data Storage at any time.
What happens once the deposit is made ?
At the end of your payment and upload process :
- You’ll receive by email a receipt mentioning your deposit number and order information.
- Declared legal informations of deposit are verified by our team.
- Your document is uploaded and stored on our secure data storage.
- The SHA256 is recorded into a unique Cryptographic Fingerprint (Transaction Hash) on Blockchain to ensure Tamper-proof Protection and easy Verification of Edition Time and Authorship.
- Your Official Certificate of Timestamp is edited and you receive a notification by mail.
- All your timepstamps informations are consultable in your Paterfy Account : Certificate of Timestamp, SHA256 Checksum, Data Sharing Link, Cryptographic Fingerprint (Transaction Hash).
- Enjoy : Your files are fully secured on our Dedicated Data Center and on Blockchain to garanteed your Authorship with Paterfy Digital Data Timestamp Solution !
Shelf life
The services of Paterfy will maintain by defeault during 5 years your documents. You will be able to extend the period of conservation by Paterfy of your files themselves and their timestamp either at the time of filing and also during the retention period initially chosen. Shelf lifes are 5, 10, 15 and 20 years.
Data storage capacity
You can upload, timestamp and store files on our secure data hosting with unlimited data file size.
Transfer your Blockchain Proof via NFT in Your Web3 Wallet
At any time, during the Creation process of your Timestamp or later during Retention period of your File : You can Request Receiving Blockchain Proof via NFT of your File Timestamp in your Own Web3 Wallet.
At the end of the process, you will be able to import the NFT containing the timestamped file on your Own Web3 Wallet. If you did not request the transfer when ordering, you can request it at any time by Clicking Here.
Payment terms
Paterfy service offers prices adjusted to your needs starting at 49$ (excl. VAT) for 1 file of 100 MB with 5 years Data Storage, all our offers are detailed on Pricing Page
All Payments are one-time payment without subscription or renewal. Your payments are always secured by Stripe and made by credit card.
The advantages of Paterfy services:
- Availability of services and your data: 7d/7 | 24h/24
- Security: archiving with probative value of your documents
- Speed: it only takes a few minutes to submit your documents
- Shelf life data storage up to 20 years
- Freedom of deposited file contents
- Large capacity in volume and types of files deposited
- Checksum SHA256 lifetime writes on major blockchains explorer
- Possibility of Receiving Blockchain Proof via NFT of your File Timestamp in your Own Web3 Wallet at any time
- Obtain a Timestamp Certificate of the date of its creation and thus to assert this anteriority in the event of a dispute
Platform
Paterfy is a solution to secure your files and data Authorship through Blockchain Timestamp Technology : Once a document is checksum SHA256 Verified and uploaded on our Data Center, he is recorded with a unique Cryptographic Fingerprint (Transaction Hash) on Blockchain, it ensure Tamper-proof Protection and easy Verification of Authorship.
With Paterfy you can Timestamp Anything on Blockchain : All your Files, Contracts, Documents, Patents, Artworks, Pictures, Music, Videos, Projects, logos, Paintings, Drafts, Brands and any proofs or works done, professionally, privately and also any confidential documents to Guarantee their Creation Date, their Authenticity and offer you an unalterable creation proof to have legal safeguards in case of dispute.
Blockchain enables transparency, security, decentralized storage and transfer of information, acting like a vast, tamper-proof database recording every transaction made by its users since its inception.
Our services offers an efficient recording solution that is:
- User-friendly: Record in few steps without any codes or crypto.
- Permanent: Data anchored into the blockchain are immutable.
110 Accepted Files Types are : .jpg, .jpeg, .jpe, .mp4, .gif, .png, .bmp, .tiff, .tif, .webp, .ico, .heic, .asf, .asx, .wmv, .wmx, .wm, .avi, .divx, .flv, .mov, .qt, .mpeg, .mpg, .mpe, .m4v, .ogv, .webm, .mkv, .3gp, .3gpp, .3g2, .3gp2, .txt, .asc, .c, .cc, .h, .srt, .csv, .tsv, .ics, .rtx, .css, .htm, .html, .vtt, .dfxp, .mp3, .m4a, .m4b, .aac, .ra, .ram, .wav, .ogg, .oga, .flac, .mid, .midi, .wma, .wax, .mka, .rtf, .pdf, .class, .tar, .zip, .gz, .gzip, .rar, .7z, .psd, .xcf, .doc, .pot, .pps, .ppt, .wri, .xla, .xls, .xlt, .xlw, .mdb, .mpp, .docx, .docm, .dotx, .dotm, .xlsx, .xlsm, .xlsb, .xltx, .xltm, .xlam, .pptx, .pptm, .ppsx, .ppsm, .potx, .potm, .ppam, .sldx, .sldm, .onetoc, .onetoc2, .onetmp, .onepkg, .oxps, .xps, .odt, .odp, .ods, .odg, .odc, .odb, .odf, .wp, .wpd, .key, .numbers, .pages, .svg, .svgz, .xml, .json, .ogx, .glb, .gltf
You can Upload Data Files of Unlimited Size 
Our public prizes are detailed until 20 GB of data, for bigger files to protect : Contact us on page : Request Large File Timestamp
There is no Daily or Technical Limit for Timestamp : Our Solution is Available 24/7/365
The primary purpose of proof of anteriority is to establish you as the rightful author of your creations. In cases of disputes, accusations of copyright infringement, or unauthorized adaptations of your work, having a timestamp is crucial. It enables you to demonstrate the original date of creation and confirms your involvement in the development of your work at that time. By securing proof of anteriority, you can protect your intellectual property and assert your rights effectively.
We strongly believe in our web3 services and stand behind them 100%, we will be happy to provide a full refund within 14 days of your initial purchase, if a User was not able to use a credit, product or our service(s) on the Platform.
To submit a refund request, please Contact Us.
Paterfy is accessible Worldwide, there are NO Geographical Restrictions on its Usage : As long as you have an Internet Connection you can request File Timestamp (according the 110 file types allowed on the Platform).
- The Blockchain proof delivered by NFT on Paterfy is international because it is based on a digital tool that knows no borders.
- It is accessible, easy to use for any type of document up to 300GB
- It allows you to protect the entire creative process as it goes along, without waiting for your creations to be finalized.
- You can declare your account in order to provide additional proof to your timestamps.
No, Paterfy is a turnkey solution that allows you to do timestamping and data protection without using cryptocurrencies.
Timestamp is very Easy, just 4 steps to do in minutes :
1 - Login or Register in with your Email or Web3 Wallet
2 - Enter Legal Information to Prove your Authorship
3 - Upload your File up to 300GB in 110 Accepted Files Types
4 - Get your File Timestamp Certificate on Blockchain.
It's Done : Your File is Timestamped and Protected on Blockchain via NFT and Hosted on secure Data Storage!
Paterfy uses blockchain technology and more specifically its tamper-proof time-stamping capability to prove the existence of a creation on a given date.
Blockchain is a technology for storing and transmitting information that is transparent, secure and operates without a central control body (without a trusted third party). In concrete terms, it functions as an anonymous and tamper-proof register containing the history of all exchanges between its users since its creation. When you upload your files to Paterfy, their digital footprint is anchored in the blockchain and time-stamped to prove the existence of your work on a given date.
Yes, Paterfy functionalities allow Users to record and prove Existence of a Document, Datas or Ideas... at timestamp time. Timestamping can also be useful for establishing ownership and prior existence in legal disputes.
Providing evidence of one's creation is more challenging than it seems. A document validated by an independent and recognized entity is often the key to solid proof, enabling the defense of one's rights. Without this proof, creators and inventors expose themselves to the plagiarism of their creations, unable to claim the rightful compensation owed to them or control the use of their inventions. Beyond plagiarism, a third party might even go as far as registering your piece on your behalf, distributing it on digital platforms, commercially exploiting it, and preventing you from doing the same. As a creator, you are then trapped, unable to exploit your own creation. Hence, the importance of taking concrete measures before sharing your ideas, content and data to prove that you are indeed the original creator.
When timestamping files on the blockchain, only the SHA256 appears on the blockchain, anyone with the transaction hash or searching on Explorer can access the SHA256 of the timestamped document but not your file because it is password protected, only people with the password will be able to download it. This allows you to create immutable proof in the blockchain in complete security! However, if your data is highly confidential, you can also encrypt it before timestamping it in our solution.
To establish that you are the rightful creator of your work and hold its authorship, a time-stamped certificate serves as crucial evidence. In cases of disputes, claims of infringement, or if you discover unauthorized copying or adaptation of your work, this certificate will help verify the creation date and your involvement at that time.
Important: You can further strengthen your proof with additional elements like email validation and declaring your identity and status as the original author.
Save time: Protect your work in less than 2 minutes with Paterfy's quick and easy Web3 Wallet connection!
No, not at all! In fact, it's highly recommended to record different versions of your work, even while it's still being developed, improved, or adjusted. Recording multiple stages of your creation process can be a valuable asset in case of a dispute, as it demonstrates your ongoing involvement and commitment throughout the work’s evolution.
Everybody ! You can be an individual or a company, your data deserves to be protected from any dispute.
Paterfy enables to register your creations on the blockchain as you develop them. Protect your creation in two minutes. Paterfy allows you to focus on what matters most: Your Creations.
You can easily establish your proof of authorship by following our certificate request procedure. This process allows you to obtain a validated certificate from our services, using the information you provided during your request. This certificate serves as irrefutable proof of your authorship and its prior existence. To get started, please navigate to the File Timestamp Certificate section.
Paterfy uses its own fully private data centers to store your data. All associated information is time-stamped and confidential, protected by a password written on your certificate, because blockchain is an immutable but decentralized technology accessible to everyone! Our hosting is not a single server, but a chain of servers, ensuring that your data will not be deleted and will remain accessible at all times. Even if the hosting is temporarily closed, the SHA256 checksum of your file will remain displayed on the blockchain for life, thus proving its existence.
Account
Registration is simple, just enter your email address and create a password by Clicking Here or use a Web3 Wallet.
To change your password, simply click in your “Account Settings” on "Change Password" to send a reset email.
If you forgot your password, you can reset it from Paterfy Login page by Clicking Here.
Regardings to our Terms and Conditions, point 5.11 will apply in this case.
Yes, Paterfy allow you to create an account and connect without a web3 Wallet by using an Email and Password.
You can connect on Paterfy with MetaMask, and all Web3 Wallets compatible with WalletConnect on Desktop and Mobile App.
To ensure the safety of all Paterfy users, we can block your account when we notice suspicious behavior or activities, which go against our terms and conditions of use of the platform.
How to contest the blocking of my account?
If you believe that the blocking of your account is a mistake, you can send an unblocking request to our teams on contact us page.
Yes, you can request deletion of your account as defined in Article 12 of our Terms and Conditions.
Since the Paterfy solution works thanks to the immutable tool that is the blockchain, timestamps appearing in your account cannot be deleted.
Yes, you can Download, View, Share all your stamped and hosted on Paterfy Date Centers to My Files Hosting in your account, for the entire duration of Protection and Retention of your Data by Paterfy. Remember your file is protected by a password written on your certificate.
Don't worry! Contact Paterfy Support Team with your details. Please Contact Us
Yes, if you have choosen to received the Blockchain Proof via NFT, after importation of NFT in your own Web3 Wallet : You can decide anytime to transfer it to another wallet through the chosen blockchain by using the standard “Send” feature of your Web3 Wallet (Check blockchain compatibility before sending it).
Blockchain
You can timestamp on blockchains: Ethereum, Ethereum Classic, BNB Smart Chain, Polygon, Arbitrum, Avalanche, Harmony, Celo, Optimism, zkSync, Scroll, Linea, Gnosis, Base, Moonriver.
You can view the list of your timestamped files in the blockchain explorer of your choice. Simply navigate to your account in Orders & Timestamps section, select the timestamp of your file and click on View in Blockchain Transaction Hash.
Only your files SHA256 Checksum are stored on your selected Blockchain in URI Data and all real data are host on Paterfy Cloud.
An NFT (Non-Fungible Token) is a unique digital asset stored on a blockchain, proving ownership and authenticity of items like art, music, videos, and virtual goods. Unlike cryptocurrencies, NFTs are indivisible and non-interchangeable, ensuring digital scarcity.
Paterfy's Technology adds your data into a blockchain transaction, after which it can’t be altered or removed. Once stored in a blockchain, is a timestamp. You can see the timestamp as a certificate of birth of your content. With this unique timestamp on a blockchain, you can prove to people, search engines, social media platforms and the whole world that it's your content and nobody tempered it.
Your files are securely stored on Paterfy Cloud through an immutable SHA256 hash anchored upon upload. This unique fingerprint is recorded in the smart contract created during the timestamping process.
For enhanced security, all timestamped files are securely backed up to an incremental backups in multiple Paterfy data centers.
We recomend also to retain an exact copy of your files on your side, without any modifications.
You can verify if the SHA256 path is timestamped in URI data on the NFT mint Transaction Hash match with your uploaded file.
Yes all Blockchains used by Paterfy to Timestamp your files are secured and reliable, they are on the top worldwide blockchain infrastructure.
No, because that is the principle of Blockchain: once the information are written, they are set in stone and unalterable. The best solution is to save a new version of your files, data and projects everyday to protect your daily work and each step of your creations.
After verification and validation of your timestamp on the blockchain by the Paterfy Team you will be notified by email, and you will be able to follow the timestamp of your file, it's easy! Just go to your account in Orders & Timestamps , select the timestamp of your file and click on View in Blockchain Transaction Hash.
Yes, you can change the owner of your timestamped file, by sending the Blockchain Proof via NFT received from Paterfy in your wallet to another Web3 Wallet. (Check blockchain compatibility before sending it).
Yes, you can easily share your file timestamp by sharing the SHA256 checksum or link Input Data URI of your timestamped data and the associated Blockchain Transaction Hash, to show and share all informations proving authorship and date of your data.
Data Storage
Paterfy Dedicated Data Storage is a fully secure data center node, designed exclusively and entirely according to our principles of ultra-confidential content storage.
Simply connect to your file's URI and enter the password defined in your certificate. Our cloud server uses your SHA-256 to generate a unique input data URI, ensuring data integrity and security.
Yes you can request before the expiration date to our team to remove your data from Paterfy Servers Nodes. Be careful, this action is not reversible.
Yes you can add your Data Input URI on your website, but remember that it is password protected and therefore not everyone will be able to access the linked data.
Yes you can add your Data Input URI in an Email or Message, but remember that it is password protected and therefore not everyone will be able to access the linked data.
Our server nodes are ultra-reliable and secure via our dedicated network, eliminating single points of failure. They use an incremental backup system to ensure data integrity, content addressing to prevent tampering, and distribution to ensure the reliability of our services. In case if the Paterfy Servers is shut down, your file SHA256 checksum will remain written to the blockchain for life to prove the existence of your file.
Support
Cool! Feel free to reach us out on the "More questions" form just below with all your questions and we'll be happy to answer them.
You can also write us any time on page : Contact Us
Absolutely! We offer comprehensive support to our customers at every stage of their journey. If you need assistance, you can easily contact us via our Contact Us page or by submitting a support ticket in the Dedicated Legal Assistance section of your account. Our support team is always ready to help you with any inquiries or issues you may have.
Our Services include ongoing support to adapt to regulatory changes. We stay informed about Legal Developments in Blockchains and Cryptocurrency. We are doing regular updates to Ensure Continuous Compliance of Files Timestamp on BlockChains, Web3 Wallets Auth and Legal Ownership.
Paterfy is not a law firm and cannot provide you with legal advice, as lawyers are the only ones willing to exercise this monopoly.
Paterfy is, however, widely aware of legal issues and is committed to providing you with useful legal information related to your creations.
Thus, Paterfy is fully able to inform you and redirect you, thanks to its extensive network, to a legal specialist who will be able to respond specifically to your needs.
There are two possible situations: either it is questioned that you are the author of file content, or you want to prove that your file content was stolen.
Your file content is contested
If someone claims that you are not the author of your file content and takes the case to a court, you can prove otherwise by presenting the certificate of your file content time-stamped on blockchain, obtained through our services.
You contest a theft of your file content
If you believe that someone has stolen the contents of your file or you want to prove that you created it before him, you should take the case to a court. Then provide as proof the certificate of content of your file timestamped on the blockchain obtained through our services. For any questions you can contact Dedicated Legal Assistance.
In the context of litigation, it is necessary to provide proof of one's authorship in terms of copyright and, in any event, of the ownership and priority of one's rights over the creation that one intends to defend.
The Timestamp Certificate issued to you for each deposit by Paterfy allows you to provide solid proof of the priority of your rights as well as an indication of your ownership of them and, where applicable, of your authorship.
With your proof of timestamp, you will be able to demonstrate that the creation for which you are claiming the rights is indeed the one that was the subject of a deposit by you.
Our Dedicated Legal Assistance is a unique service that allows you to discuss with our legal experts about all elements time-stamped with our web3 system in order to define the steps to follow to prove the paternity of your data in event of dispute.
One key advantage of blockchain is its ability to anchor information immutably, with no expiration date, not possibilities to alter or remove them ensuring the long-term reliability as it's fully decentralized. This means you can always prove the originality of your file, as your timestamp is securely stamped for life into the blochain.
No, we do not keep a copy of your data, as it is stored in Paterfy's highly secure data centers. Once your hosting contract expires, all your data is permanently deleted.
All fields are important in the certificate, but some more than others:
“NFT Mint Translation Hash” is the unique digital fingerprint of your file that is calculated by a cryptographic algorithm (It is also easy to calculate this hash via the Verify feature).
This hash is then recorded in a blockchain, by means of a transaction.
“Blockchain Explorer” is a URL that allows you to quickly access the transaction on the Internet. It is formed as follows: “https://{explorer.com}/{transaction_identifier}”. The important part of this URL is the “transaction identifier” part. Indeed, we issue a blockchain transaction containing the fingerprint of your file and thanks to the identifier of this transaction, you can access the hash of your file in the information of this transaction via the explorer of your choice.
If Paterfy disappears, thanks to your certificate, you can still link your file's SHA256 checksum to the blockchain.
A "SHA256 Checksum" is a unique value generated by the SHA256 hashing algorithm to verify data integrity. It produces a 256-bit fingerprint, often represented as a 64-character hexadecimal string, allowing any data modification to be detected.
Determine Jurisdiction: Identify the appropriate court based on location and type of dispute.
Download your Paterfy blockchain timestamp certificate: We provide an immutable proof of creation that can serve as strong evidence in court, verifying that your autorship existed at a specific point in time and has not been altered. This is crucial for disputes over ownership, patents, copyrights, or digital assets.
Draft a Complaint/Petition: Prepare a formal document outlining your IP rights, the infringement, and the relief you are seeking, such as damages or an injunction to stop further infringement.
File the Complaint: Submit the complaint to the appropriate court and pay any filing fees. Include all necessary documentation, such as your blockchain timestamp certificate, as evidence of your creation.
Serve the Defendant: Formally notify the defendant of the lawsuit by delivering a copy of the complaint and summons.
Defendant’s Response: The defendant will have a specified period to file a response, either contesting the claim or seeking dismissal.
Pretrial Procedures: During this phase, both parties exchange evidence through discovery. Motions may be filed, and settlement discussions could occur.
Trial: If no settlement is reached, the case proceeds to trial, where both sides present evidence and arguments.
Appeal (if necessary): If you disagree with the court's ruling, you may file an appeal to a higher court.
Payment
Our secure checkout is powered by Stripe, allowing you to pay with all major credit like Visa, Mastercard, American Express and other Credit Cards can be accepted may vary depending on your location.
Yes, you will receive your invoice in PDF format. Once your purchase is completed and your order is accepted, a downloadable invoice will be promptly emailed to you. Additionally, you can access your invoice anytime in Orders & Timestamps section of your account.
No, time stamping files is not possible prior to purchasing. However, we understand your inquiry and are here to assist you before making a purchase. Please reach out to our support team to discuss your specific needs, and we will gladly help you find the right solution. Contact Us
But you can use for free our File Checksum Comparator
Paterfy is a service powered and developed by the company Milbyz SARL which headquarter is based in France.
