ADVANTAGE

"Imagine a password manager that combines the cutting-edge security of advanced encryption with the innate, infallible ability of the human brain to recognize familiar faces in a crowd. FaceGuard is a revolutionary tool doesn’t just store your passwords—it transforms them into a seamless, intuitive experience that only you can access, leveraging the power of facial recognition in a way that feels natural and effortless.

Here’s how FaceGuard works: instead of relying on complex master passwords or vulnerable security questions, this password manager uses your unique ability to recognize familiar faces as the key to unlocking your digital vault. During setup, you import a curated gallery of familiar faces of family and friends. You select the faces you instinctively recognize—perhaps a childhood friend, a work colleague, or a family member. These chosen faces become your personalized "key."

When you need to access your passwords, the FaceGuard system presents you with a dynamic grid of faces, including your chosen ones mixed with strangers. Your task is simple: identify the familiar faces you selected during setup. This process taps into the human brain’s unparalleled ability to recognize familiar faces quickly and accurately, even in a sea of unknowns. Once you’ve correctly identified your chosen faces, your vault unlocks, granting you instant access to your passwords.

Why is this approach so compelling? 

  1. **Unmatched Security**: Unlike traditional passwords or PINs, which can be guessed, stolen, or hacked, your ability to recognize familiar faces is uniquely yours. It’s nearly impossible for an attacker to replicate this cognitive process.
  2. **Intuitive and Effortless**: No more struggling to remember complex passwords or worrying about forgetting your master key. Recognizing familiar faces is something you do effortlessly every day.
  3. **Resilient to Phishing**: Since the system relies on your personal recognition of faces, it’s immune to phishing attacks or social engineering tactics that target traditional password systems.
  4. **Adaptive and Scalable**: The system can evolve with you. If you ever feel the need to update your "key," you can simply add new familiar faces or remove old ones, ensuring your security remains robust over time.

The FaceGuard password manager isn’t just a tool—it’s a paradigm shift in digital security. FaceGuard harnesses the power of human intuition and the brain’s natural strengths to create a system that’s as secure as it is user-friendly. With FaceGuard's innovative approach, you’re not just protecting your passwords; you’re unlocking a smarter, safer way to navigate the digital world. Say goodbye to the stress of forgotten passwords and hello to a FaceGuard future where security feels as natural, fun and easy as recognizing a friend in a crowd.

FOUNDERS

EKATERINA POTIENKO

Ekaterina Potienko is a graduate of Kharkiv University in Ukraine. She subsequently earned a Masters degree from Louisiana State University (LSU) in Baton Rouge, LA. Katya also attended the University of Illinois and served as an intern at the World Bank. Her project management skills are extraordinary.

ROBERT HEDIN

Robert Hedin has been working as a self-employed software developer since 1994 when he and an associate created the first Windows based, electronic medical records program. Prior to that, Bob represented dbc’s medical accounting program after co-owning a radio station (K*Lite 95-FM) in Grants, New Mexico.

RICHARD BARTON, MD

Richard Barton, MD is an OB/GYN in Illinois. He has been an active participant in software development with Bob and Katya for many years. Dr Barton is an avid and insightful user of technology as well as being well versed in genealogy. He is also a successful entrepreneur, devoted family man, and father.
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