Privy is an identity + wallet layer that lets NEAR apps onboard anyone in seconds – no seed phrases, no extensions. Users sign in with familiar methods (email, passkeys, socials), and an embedded NEAR wallet is created behind the scenes so they can swap, stake, mint, and sign right away. It feels like a modern web app for users, while still giving them a real NEAR account they can take with them.
Under the hood, Privy uses a split-key model and secure enclaves to protect keys, with sensible recovery and the option to export to full self-custody. Developers get simple SDKs, production-ready flows, and control over the UX and data they collect -perfect for mobile, web, and even agentic use cases on NEAR. The result: faster onboarding, fewer drop-offs, and a safer path from first click to first transaction.
Updated: August 11, 2025
