Cybersecurity

The power of DeFi and blockchain. The security of
mobile. Wrapped in an elegant user experience.

Augmenting your IT security infrastructure with decentralized finance


We didn’t build Aster Key for everyone. We built it as the anti-hero to the Rockets, Credit Karma’s, and Nerdwallets of the world.

While they ingest, sell, and pass around consumer data, we’re here to challenge the status quo in a mortgage industry plagued by security risks and privacy concerns.

For lenders looking to get ahead of the curve, we offer a mobile experience built for the millions of Americans who value their privacy and data security such as large segments of tech-savvy Millennials and Gen Zers, privacy-conscious affluent borrowers, and security-focused military families. These consumers demand more than vague claims like “our systems are safe and secure.” They expect proof of how their data is used – and that’s exactly what we deliver.

If you want privacy and security the choice is clear

iPhone app store privacy disclosure showing Aster Key's minimal data collection compared to competitors
iPhone app store privacy comparison highlighting Aster Key's superior privacy protection versus other financial apps

Here’s how Aster Key ensures the highest level of security for its users:

Unlike traditional financial platforms that store user data on centralized servers—making them prime targets for cyberattacks—Aster Key takes a decentralized approach. All financial data is encrypted and stored exclusively on the user’s mobile device, keeping sensitive information under the user’s control and dramatically reducing the risk of large-scale data breaches.

Aster Key employs robust end-to-end encryption protocols to secure data during transmission. This means any data sent between the user’s device and financial institutions is encrypted, ensuring unauthorized access is prevented during the transfer process.

To further protect user privacy, Aster Key separates personally identifiable information (PII) from financial data. This anonymization process ensures that even if financial data is intercepted, it cannot be traced back to an individual without the corresponding PII, which is also encrypted and stored separately.

Through integrations with secure platforms like Plaid, users can verify their financial information directly within the Aster Key app. This process allows users to maintain full control over their data—sharing only what’s necessary with financial institutions and minimizing exposure.

Aster Key’s commitment to security is reinforced by its patented system (U.S. Patent No. 11,170,130), which outlines innovative methods for storing user profile data in a distributed database for anonymous verification. In simple terms, this system encrypts and distributes user data across multiple locations, enabling secure, anonymous verification without exposing the underlying data.

Aster Key’s unique “Triple-Masked Data” approach incorporates three layers of security:

  • End-to-End Encryption – Ensures secure transmission of data between parties.
  • Identity Stripping – Separates personal identifiers from financial data.
  • Blockchain Verification Proofs – While not yet in production (pending lender readiness), Aster Key uses blockchain technology to verify data integrity without exposing the data itself. We believe that in the near future, lenders can rely on cryptographic proofs instead of storing sensitive data—accelerating workflows while managing regulatory requirements in parallel.

Aster Key:
The Future of Secure Lending

Borrowers create a secure financial profile within the lender’s Aster Key–secured app. They decide when and how to engage — starting conversations or applications without exposing all their data.

This trust-first approach gives borrowers confidence in their lender from day one. Privacy is respected before anything is shared.

Borrowers share encrypted, verified data only when ready — with no central servers, no data mixing, and no easy targets for hackers.

Testimonials

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Congratulations @bradblumberg and team on this exciting launch! Tested Aster Key, loving the app design and user interface. Thrilled for the important innovations this brings to fintech 🎯📈🚀

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Congrats on the launch! Really like the focus on privacy.

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“Awesome App! – This should shift the credit and document world! Car Dealerships, Banks, Mortgage Banks/Brokers, Real Estate Brokers/Agents, this is a game changer! This is the app consumers have been waiting for! Watch out credit bureaus, your time is about to be clocked!

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Congrats on the launch! Really like that you can use this to apply for a loan without any privacy loss (huge).

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Happy to see that you’ve done some research, and thus the final product thoughtfully aims to bridge the security and anonymity gap. Thanks for going deep and taking care about people’s needs ;)

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Amazing product. It really helps with my finances. Especially appreciate the great security!

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The app has been a big help to me and my family figuring out our finances. In addition to being able to view our net worth in one app…

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Simple and easy to use. The app is very easy to start using. Everything is organized and simple to upload.

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Fantastic tool!!! One of the best and only tool in the market that makes you as the owner of your data and you control instead of traditional lenders taking advantage of it.

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Finally!! Secure Financial Tracking. This app is great for understanding my finances. I can finally track my financial statement and net worth from my mobile device. Better still, it’s secure!

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Excellent Financial Overview. Can see all my up-to-date finances in one screen. Easy to add and navigate through screens. Can export data for use with loans.

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Streamlines/Consolidates Visibility of Finances. Intuitive and individualized. Setup is easy and well worth the effort. Level up the management of your finances – you’re welcome.

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Everyone needs this app! I love the security and anonymity that this provides. 5 stars ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️

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Wow! Great way to send out a financial statement. Easy to use and great security.

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It’s an incredibly useful and intuitive app. Well done! ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

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