# Forte

>  The premier on-chain compliance solution for blockchain projects

Forte is a compliance platform for managing blockchain rules, identity verification, and regulatory requirements.

Forte is a compliance platform for managing blockchain rules, identity verification, and regulatory requirements. Users can enforce compliance policies, verify identities privately, and set transaction limits. The platform uses automation and zero-knowledge technology to simplify compliance and protect user information during blockchain interactions.

- Type: Company
- Sector: Service Provider
- Status: Active
- Founded: 2019-02-01
- Profile: https://thegrid.id/profiles/forte

## Products

- [Rules Engine](https://thegrid.id/profiles/forte): Forte Rules Engine is a compliance tool for blockchain policy enforcement. It helps users maintain compliance through customizable transaction rules and automated checks within blockchain apps. (Onchain Compliance and Investigations, Live, Main Product)
- [Zk Policy Engine](https://thegrid.id/profiles/forte): ZK Policy Engine is a compliance validation tool for blockchain apps. It helps users verify regulatory compliance privately using zero-knowledge cryptography to protect user data during checks. (Onchain Compliance and Investigations, Early access)

## Links

- [Main](https://www.forte.io)
- [Blog](https://www.forte.io/blog)
- [Documentation](https://docs.forterulesengine.io)
- [Twitter / X](https://x.com/forteplatform)
- [LinkedIn](https://www.linkedin.com/company/forteplatform)
- [YouTube](https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCKGgrIa9iW_sVBR8NyQyo6w)
- [Telegram](https://t.me/forteio)

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