Use Cases

Learn how to use Solidarity effectively in different scenarios.

1. Networking Events

Scenario: You’re at a conference and want to quickly exchange contact information.

How to use:

1. Open Solidarity and select your card
2. Choose “Professional” privacy level
3. Generate QR code or use AirDrop-style sharing
4. Let others scan your code or accept their connection

Benefits:

• No need to carry physical cards
• Instant, contactless sharing
• Control what information you share
• Automatic contact organization

2. Business Meetings

Scenario: Meeting new clients or partners in a professional setting.

How to use:

1. Create a “Professional” version of your card
2. Use peer-to-peer sharing for direct exchange
3. Verify group membership if applicable (e.g., same company)
4. Add to Apple Wallet for easy access

Benefits:

• Professional appearance
• Verified identity through zero-knowledge proofs
• Seamless integration with existing workflows

3. Casual Social Connections

Scenario: Meeting someone at a social event or through mutual friends.

How to use:

1. Switch to “Personal” privacy level
2. Share only the information you’re comfortable with
3. Use QR code for quick sharing
4. Update privacy settings later if needed

Benefits:

• Control over personal information
• Easy to update or revoke access
• No spam or unwanted contact

4. Group Verification

Scenario: Proving membership in an organization without revealing identity.

How to use:

1. Join verified groups (company, organization, etc.)
2. Generate zero-knowledge proof of membership
3. Share proof without revealing personal details
4. Others can verify your membership anonymously

Benefits:

• Privacy-preserving verification
• No central authority needed
• Cryptographically secure

Best Practices

Managing Connections

• Review received cards regularly
• Organize by event or context
• Follow up with important connections

Privacy Tips

• Start with minimal information sharing
• Increase privacy level as trust builds
• Regularly audit your shared information
• Use group verification for sensitive contexts