Identity verification with intelligence, security, and fluidity
Certta protects digital businesses with a comprehensive identity verification, authentication, and fraud prevention platform.
+2.5 Mi
transactions por month
+24.6 Bi
biometries analyzed
+20.5 Mi
documents verified
475K
fraud attempts detected
R$2.3 Bi
in losses avoided
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From real pain to building a new standard of digital identity
Certta was founded in 2019 as an internal solution for a fintech that needed to verify identities quickly and securely. The success of the tool led to the creation of the company — which is now a global reference in digital identity, operating in sectors such as fintechs, sports betting, delivery, and marketplaces.
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Our Story
2019 - Origin
- Founded by Leonardo Rebitte and Rafael Viana, the company was originally named Combate à Fraude and was born from a real need in the fintech market.
- Creation of the first version of the platform, focused on identity authentication with efficiency and security.
- Headquarters established in Venâncio Aires (RS).
2021 - Validation and growth
- First round of investment received.
- Expansion of the team and company structure.
- Growth into new sectors: delivery, marketplaces, sports betting.
- Commencement of operations in São Paulo and Rio de Janeiro.
2022 - National and international scale
- We reached the milestone of 200 employees.
- Initiation of global expansion: hiring teams in North America and Europe.
- Establishment of strategic partnerships outside Brazil.
- Strengthening of KYC, KYB, and Smart Auth solutions.
2023 - Consolidation and global positioning
- Jason Howard takes over as CEO, succeeding Darryl Green, who becomes executive chairman.
- First edition of Identity Day held, featuring over 40 speakers and 400 participants.
- Consolidation of CAF as a reference in digital identity verification in Latin America.
2024 - Recognition and brand expansion
- Leadership in the sports betting sector in Brazil, with clients such as KTO, Rei do Pitaco, Galera Bet, Aposta Ganha, and H2.
- First edition of Identity Day London, marking the brand's international presence.
- Recognition as a Liminal Vendor (KYB solution) and LinkedIn Top Startup badge.
- International certification ISO 27001 in information security.
2025 - Excellence and impact
- Agility Brazil 2025 Award: recognition for agile practices with real impact on results.
- Continuous expansion of Caf products and new global success cases.
2026 - Excellence and impact
- International certification ISO 27001 in information security.
- Agility Brazil 2025 Award: recognition for agile practices with real impact on results.
- Continuous expansion of Caf products and new global success cases.
Leaderships
Jason Howard
CEO
Rodrigo Paulo Lattaro
VP of Marketing
José Oliveira
Chief Technology & Product Officer (CTPO)
Marcelo Sousa
VP of Product
Lísia Amorim Pinheiro
Director of People
Carlos Eduardo Merlin
VP of Revenue
Vinay Chandran
Chief Financial Officer (CFO)
Roberto Ferreira Ferlis
Director of Legal
Felipe Cerqueira
VP of Fraud Operations & Customer Experience
Present in the most demanding sectors
Certta operates in markets that require security, compliance, and scalability:
Banks & Fintechs
Sports betting
E-commerce & Marketplaces
Mobility and Delivery
Crypto & Payments
Health & Insurance
Recognition that validates our mission
Liminal Vendor Seal as a reference in KYB
Selected as LinkedIn Top Startup
ISO 27001 certification in information security
Winner of the Agility Brazil Award 2025
Creator of Identity Day — the leading event in identity and fraud prevention
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