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Decentralized Identity-Based Messaging Protocol Consulting

Architectural design and advisory for building private, authenticated messaging systems anchored in W3C DID and Verifiable Credentials. We deliver production-ready blueprints for trustless communication.
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CORE SERVICE

Smart Contract Development

Secure, production-ready smart contracts built by Web3 experts for your protocol or application.

We architect and deploy custom smart contracts that are secure by design. Our process includes formal verification, comprehensive unit/integration testing, and third-party audits to ensure your core logic is resilient against exploits.

  • Custom Logic: Build ERC-20, ERC-721, ERC-1155, and bespoke contracts for DeFi, NFTs, DAOs, and more.
  • Security First: Development follows OpenZeppelin standards and undergoes peer review before mainnet deployment.
  • Gas Optimization: We write efficient code to minimize transaction costs for your users.

From a 2-week MVP to a full protocol suite, we deliver contracts that are battle-tested and ready for scale.

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EXPERTISE IN ACTION

Architectural Capabilities We Deliver

We architect and implement secure, scalable decentralized messaging protocols that put user sovereignty first. Our solutions are built for production, not just proof-of-concept.

02

End-to-End Encrypted Messaging

Design and deploy protocols using modern cryptographic primitives (X25519, ChaCha20-Poly1305) for peer-to-peer encryption, ensuring only intended recipients can read messages.

03

Decentralized Message Routing & Storage

Architect resilient routing layers using libp2p or similar P2P stacks, with optional decentralized storage solutions (IPFS, Arweave) for persistent, censorship-resistant message history.

04

Protocol Design & Specification

Create formal protocol specifications and reference implementations for interoperable, open-standard messaging that avoids vendor lock-in and fosters ecosystem growth.

05

Security Audits & Formal Verification

Deliver protocol and smart contract security through third-party audits (e.g., Trail of Bits, Quantstamp) and formal verification tools to eliminate critical vulnerabilities.

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Scalability & Interoperability Architecture

Design for high-throughput messaging with layer-2 solutions and cross-chain interoperability, enabling seamless communication across different blockchain ecosystems.

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DELIVERABLES & METRICS

Business Outcomes for Your Product

Our consulting delivers specific, measurable improvements to your decentralized identity messaging protocol. We focus on technical excellence that translates directly to product success.

01

Secure & Verifiable Identity Layer

Implementation of W3C Decentralized Identifiers (DIDs) and Verifiable Credentials (VCs) using battle-tested libraries like did:key and did:web. We ensure your protocol meets the highest standards for user sovereignty and data privacy.

W3C Compliant
Standard
Zero-Knowledge
Proof Support
02

Interoperable Protocol Architecture

Design and build a messaging protocol that integrates seamlessly with existing wallets (MetaMask, WalletConnect) and identity stacks (Ceramic, SpruceID). Avoid vendor lock-in and ensure broad ecosystem adoption from day one.

Multi-Chain
Compatibility
Open Standards
Foundation
03

High-Performance Message Relaying

Engineer a resilient relay network with end-to-end encryption (e.g., X25519, AES-GCM) and guaranteed delivery. We architect for sub-second latency and 99.9%+ uptime, critical for real-time dApps.

< 1 sec
Latency
99.9%
Uptime SLA
04

Production-Ready SDKs & Documentation

Deliver comprehensive, developer-friendly SDKs (TypeScript/JS, React Native, Flutter) with full API documentation, example repos, and integration guides. Accelerate your partners' and developers' time-to-integration.

TypeScript
Primary SDK
2-4 weeks
Integration Time
05

Comprehensive Security Audit Trail

Subject the core protocol and smart contracts to rigorous audits by our in-house security team, following OpenZeppelin patterns. We provide a detailed report and remediation support prior to mainnet launch.

Full Report
Deliverable
Remediation Support
Included
06

Scalable On-Chain & Off-Chain Logic

Architect a hybrid system where identity verification and key management are handled on-chain (e.g., Ethereum, Polygon) while high-volume messaging occurs off-chain, optimizing for cost and scalability.

~90%
Cost Reduction
Modular Design
Architecture
Strategic Infrastructure Decision

Build vs. Buy: Custom DID Protocol vs. Traditional & Web2 Messaging

A technical and economic comparison of developing a custom Decentralized Identity (DID) messaging protocol in-house versus partnering with Chainscore Labs for a production-ready solution.

Key FactorBuild In-HouseTraditional Web2 APIsChainscore Custom DID Protocol

Time to Production

6-12+ months

2-4 weeks

4-8 weeks

Upfront Development Cost

$250K - $750K+

$10K - $50K (API fees)

$80K - $200K

Data Ownership & Portability

Full (Your protocol)

None (Vendor lock-in)

Full (Your audited protocol)

End-to-End Encryption

Custom implementation risk

Vendor-dependent

Built-in with Zero-Knowledge proofs

Interoperability (W3C DID, VC)

Complex custom integration

Limited or none

Pre-built for Ethereum, Polygon, Solana

Compliance (GDPR Right to Erasure)

High engineering burden

Manual, opaque processes

Architected for selective data deletion

Recurring Infrastructure Cost

$50K - $150K/year (devops, nodes)

Per-message fees + platform costs

Optional SLA from $30K/year

Protocol Security & Audit

High risk; requires external audit ($50K+)

Vendor's responsibility

Delivered with comprehensive audit report

Team Requirement

3-5 senior blockchain engineers

1-2 integration developers

Your product team + our specialists

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PROVEN METHODOLOGY

Our Advisory & Delivery Process

A structured, outcome-driven approach to architecting, building, and launching secure, scalable decentralized identity messaging protocols. We de-risk your project with expert guidance and hands-on execution.

01

Architecture & Protocol Design

We design your decentralized identity messaging architecture, selecting optimal frameworks (Waku, XMTP, Matrix) and defining core primitives for authentication, encryption, and message routing. This ensures a scalable, interoperable foundation.

2-4 weeks
Design Phase
5+ protocols
Expertise
02

Smart Contract & SDK Development

Our engineers build and audit the core on-chain logic for identity verification, key management, and access control. We deliver production-ready SDKs in JavaScript/TypeScript and Go for seamless integration.

Solidity 0.8+
Standard
OpenZeppelin
Security Base
03

Security & Penetration Testing

Every component undergoes rigorous security review. We conduct internal audits, formal verification for critical logic, and coordinate with third-party auditors like Trail of Bits to ensure protocol integrity before mainnet deployment.

100% coverage
Critical Logic
Certified Auditors
External Review
04

Integration & Go-to-Market

We support the integration of your protocol into dApps and wallets, provide comprehensive documentation, and assist with network bootstrapping and initial node deployment to ensure a successful launch.

< 2 weeks
Integration Support
Full Docs
Deliverable
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BUILD

Custom Blockchain Development

Design and deploy custom blockchain networks and L2 solutions tailored to your specific business logic.

We architect and build bespoke blockchain infrastructure from the ground up. Our team delivers production-ready mainnets, sidechains, and application-specific rollups that provide the sovereignty, performance, and economics your project requires.

  • Custom Consensus & EVM Compatibility: Design with Tendermint, Avalanche, or Substrate. Ensure compatibility with the Ethereum Virtual Machine (EVM) for seamless tooling and developer adoption.
  • L2 & Scalability Solutions: Implement ZK-Rollups or Optimistic Rollups to achieve >2,000 TPS with Ethereum-level security. We handle the complexity of sequencers, provers, and fraud proofs.
  • Full Lifecycle Delivery: From whitepaper specification and tokenomics to testnet launch and mainnet deployment. We provide 24/7 monitoring and node operations post-launch.
For CTOs and Product Leaders

Decentralized Identity Messaging: Key Questions

Get clear, technical answers to the most common questions about building a secure, scalable decentralized identity messaging protocol.

We follow a structured 4-phase delivery model: Discovery & Design (1 week), Core Protocol Development (2-3 weeks), Security Audit & Testing (1-2 weeks), and Deployment & Integration (1 week). A standard DID-based messaging system with basic features (peer-to-peer, end-to-end encryption, selective disclosure) typically deploys in 4-6 weeks. Complex integrations (e.g., with existing SSO, multi-chain identity resolvers) may extend to 8-10 weeks.

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Protocols Shipped
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