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Prove Supports Safer Internet Day: Championing a Safer, More Trustworthy Digital World

Prove proudly supports the goals and initiatives behind Safer Internet Day, a worldwide effort that brings together individuals, organizations, educators, governments, and businesses to promote the safe and positive use of digital technology for all, especially young people and vulnerable users.

Published: February 9, 2026
Mitch Bompey
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General Counsel and Chief Risk Officer, Prove
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At Prove, we believe a safer internet is built on trust. When organizations can confidently verify who they’re engaging with, they can reduce fraud, prevent abuse, and create safer digital experiences for everyone. To encourage this, we proudly support the goals and initiatives behind Safer Internet Day, a worldwide effort that brings together individuals, organizations, educators, governments, and businesses to promote the safe and positive use of digital technology for all, especially young people and vulnerable users.

This global campaign encourages education, awareness, and responsible behavior online under its guiding theme of “Together for a better internet,” which emphasizes collaboration and shared responsibility in making the digital world safer and more inclusive for everyone. We believe that the promise of the digital world cannot be fully realized without a continuous and conscientious effort to ensure people can operate in a trusted, safe environment.

For children and young people, that effort is especially critical. As younger users increasingly engage with digital platforms for learning, connection, and creativity, it’s essential that online experiences are appropriate for their age, development, and needs. A safer internet for young people means creating environments where they can explore and participate without being exposed to harmful content, bad actors, or experiences they’re not ready for. Trusted identity plays an important role in enabling platforms to apply the right safeguards, protections, and access controls, helping ensure that young users can engage online in ways that are both empowering and safe.

Digital platforms offer incredible opportunities for connection, learning, and innovation, but they also introduce risks such as cyber threats, harmful content, identity misuse, and online abuse. Safer Internet Day shines a spotlight on these challenges, calling on communities and technology companies alike to step up with practical solutions and proactive engagement—particularly when it comes to protecting younger audiences.

At Prove, our core work in identity verification and secure digital authentication directly contributes to safer online experiences. By helping organizations confirm that users are who they claim to be in real time, without compromising privacy, we reduce the risk of fraud, impersonation, and exploitation. Strong, trustworthy digital identity helps platforms create safer spaces for all users, including children and teens, by supporting age-appropriate access, accountability, and responsible participation online.

For Safer Internet Day and beyond, we support initiatives that:

  • Empower safer user experiences by preventing fake accounts and reducing malicious behavior
  • Promote digital trust and accountability across online communities
  • Encourage education and awareness around online privacy, security, and digital responsibility
  • Bring together industry leaders and stakeholders to advance collective action for a safer internet

Together with global partners and the broader internet community, Prove is proud to support the vision of a safer, smarter, and more responsible internet, one where people of all ages can connect, learn, and thrive with confidence.

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Mitch Bompey
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