# Overview

KYC (short for know your customer) is a standard procedure that is conducted on Uplift platform to check the candidate’s eligibility for participation in the project IDOs.&#x20;

Uplift does not enforce KYC by default. Identity verification procedures are conducted in alignment with the policies enforced with the projects conducting fundraising events on the platform. Implementation of KYC/AML tools on Uplift by the projects, a.k.a. *fundraising entities* ensures compliance with regional laws and regulations.&#x20;