Software products begin long before launch. Ideas take shape as concepts, diagrams, notes, and early prototypes that may never be publicly released but still carry real value.
Proof of Date helps teams establish when a software concept or prototype existed, creating a reliable record of early development.
Why early software work needs proof
- Ideas are discussed before formal agreements are signed
- Prototypes are shared with collaborators, contractors, or investors
- Features evolve rapidly in early stages
- Ownership and origin can be disputed later
By time-stamping early work, you create an independent record of your product’s origin and evolution.
What can be documented
- Product concepts and specifications
- Architecture diagrams and flowcharts
- Wireframes and UX mockups
- Early builds and prototypes
- Technical notes and design decisions
Each artifact represents a step forward. Proof of Date allows you to document progress without waiting for a finished product.
Before code becomes public
Once software is released, forked, or discussed publicly, timelines become harder to establish. Proof of Date lets you demonstrate prior work and original development before exposure.
Proof of Date does not replace patents, copyrights, or formal IP protection. It complements them by capturing early evidence of creation and intent.
Protect ideas without slowing development
Your files can remain private. Nothing need to be published or shared. You decide what to record and when.
Sometimes the most important proof is simply:
“This concept existed on this date.”
