Certificate Verification System

Every Certificate We Issue
Cannot Be Forged.

AstralGuard Cyber Academy maintains the highest standards of academic integrity. Every certificate is cryptographically signed with HMAC-SHA256 — making forgery mathematically impossible. Verify any certificate in seconds, for free.

Why This Matters

Integrity Is Not
Optional

In cybersecurity, your credentials are your reputation. Certificate fraud is real — and employers deserve the truth. We built this system so that every AstralGuard certificate you see is exactly what it claims to be.

Forgery Is a Real Threat

Fake certificates circulate across job boards and LinkedIn every day. Bad actors forge credentials to bypass hiring screens, putting employers and organizations at risk. We refuse to be part of that problem.

Cryptographically Unbreakable

Every certificate carries an HMAC-SHA256 signature generated with a secret key that never leaves our servers. Without that key, a forged certificate cannot pass verification — mathematically impossible.

Full Transparency for All

Students, employers, universities, and institutions can all verify any AstralGuard certificate for free. No emails, no waiting, no guesswork — instant cryptographic proof, available 24/7.

Step-by-Step Guide

How to Verify a
Certificate

Verification takes under 30 seconds. No technical knowledge required. Here's exactly how it works.

1
Account Access

Create an Account or Sign In

To use the verification system, you need a free AstralGuard account. This keeps our system secure and prevents automated abuse. If you don't have one yet, registration takes under a minute.

Already have an account? Simply sign in and you're ready to verify.

Sign in or Create Account
Your account is free and is only used for verification access. We do not send marketing emails without consent.
2
Get the Certificate URL

Scan the QR Code on the Certificate

Every AstralGuard certificate has a QR code printed on it. Use your phone camera or any QR scanner app to scan it. This generates a unique verification URL that contains both the Certificate ID and a cryptographic HMAC signature.

Alternatively, if you have the verification URL (e.g. from a digital copy), you can paste it directly into your browser.

The QR code URL looks like: academy.astralguard.online/verify-certificate?id=AGCA-…&sig=…
Before scanning, confirm that the name, certificate ID, and dates on the physical certificate match what you expect. The QR code verifies digital integrity — visual checks add another layer of confidence.
3
Automatic Verification

The System Verifies Instantly

Once you open the verification URL while logged in, the system immediately verifies the certificate automatically — no button to click. Our backend checks the HMAC signature against the certificate record in our database.

If you are not logged in when you open the link, you will be redirected to sign in. After signing in, the verification URL is preserved and the certificate is verified automatically.

Your verification URL is never lost during sign-in. The system preserves it through the login flow and resumes automatically.
4
Review the Result

See Full Certificate Details

A verified certificate will display the following information pulled directly from our secure database:

  • Certificate Holder Name — the full name of the person the certificate was issued to
  • Certificate ID — the unique identifier matching what's printed on the certificate
  • Issue Date — when the certificate was officially issued
  • Expiry Date — when the certification period ends
  • SHA-256 Hash — a fingerprint of the certificate data. Comparing this with the hash on the physical certificate confirms nothing has been tampered with
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Verification Result

What a Valid Certificate
Looks Like

A successfully verified certificate displays a clear green confirmation with all credential details. Every field is pulled live from our database — not from the certificate itself — making spoofing impossible.

Identity Confirmed

Certificate holder name matches the record in our database

Validity Period

Issue and expiry dates confirm the certificate is currently active

SHA-256 Integrity

Hash on screen must match the hash printed on the physical cert

Certificate Valid

Authentic and currently active.

Certificate ID
AGCA-2026-W6PN4CNQNBQY2WD5NLVY
Cert Holder
Dallen Njiru Kiarie
Issue Date
January 15, 2026
Expiry Date
January 15, 2028
SHA-256 Hash
a3f8d921c4e07b56f2d9e88f2e1d0c9b
Compare the SHA-256 hash above with the hash printed on the physical certificate. An exact match confirms the certificate has not been altered.
Open to Everyone

Who Can Verify
Certificates?

Verification is free and open to anyone with an interest in confirming a certificate's authenticity.

Employers & Recruiters

Hiring for a cybersecurity role? Verify a candidate's AstralGuard certification before making your decision. Confirm name, dates, and cryptographic integrity in seconds.

Students & Alumni

Want to confirm your own certificate is valid and stored correctly in our system? Run a verification anytime. Your credentials should be something you can independently confirm.

Institutions & Partners

Universities, government agencies, and partner organizations can verify credentials for admission, partnerships, or compliance purposes — no special access required.

Got a Problem?

Something Doesn't
Look Right?

Don't ignore it. Whether a certificate fails verification unexpectedly or you suspect fraud, we want to know immediately.

🚨

Certificate Shows as Invalid

If a certificate you received fails verification and you believe someone may have attempted to forge an AstralGuard credential, this is a serious matter. Please report it to us immediately so we can investigate and take action.

Report Suspected Forgery Or email: support@academy.astralguard.online
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Your Valid Certificate Fails

If you are a student or graduate and your certificate shows as invalid even though you completed your course, please contact us. This may be a data issue on our end and we will resolve it promptly.

Contact Support Or email: support@academy.astralguard.online
Ready to Verify?

Confirm Any Certificate.
Right Now. For Free.

No waiting. No emails. No guesswork. Create a free account or sign in and verify any AstralGuard Cyber Academy certificate in under 30 seconds.

HMAC-SHA256 Signed
Results in <5 seconds
Free, Always
Available 24/7