What you can safely share
A useful submission usually includes a GPS or activity record, dated trail photos, stamps, permits, bookings, guide confirmation, or a route-and-date explanation. Share only what helps establish completion. Remove unrelated home locations, private messages, identity documents, and information about other people where possible.
What stays private
Uploaded files, raw GPS points, original photos, filenames, storage locations, EXIF, permits, contact details, payment information, clarification messages, and reviewer notes stay in the private review layer. They are not published with the certificate record.
What the QR page shows
The QR opens `/v/{certificateId}`. It can show certificate status, trail, completion dates, verification level, issue date, fingerprint, and signature state. Your display mode controls how the recipient name appears.
GPS sensitivity
GPS can expose where a trip began or ended, accommodation, timing, rest patterns, and off-route movement. Trim unrelated activity where possible, review files before upload, and use the secure dashboard rather than email.
Retention and deletion
Rejected evidence is normally deleted after 90 days and approved evidence after 730 days. The certificate can remain verifiable afterward. Contact support@verifiedhikes.com to request deletion, correction, restriction, or a privacy-mode change.