Inspired by TruSources’ on-device identity checking and the recent Indian bank data leak, PrivaVerify offers a secure, decentralized solution for personal data management. Users store verified identity documents and sensitive information encrypted *only* on their personal devices. When a service requires verification (e.g., age, financial eligibility), PrivaVerify facilitates a privacy-preserving handshake, sharing only the necessary proof (e.g., “user is over 18”) without transmitting the full underlying document to the third party. This drastically reduces the risk of large-scale data breaches and enhances user control over their digital identity, solving the privacy and security nightmares associated with centralized ID storage.