Zero Trust Risk Score (ZTRS) is your identity confidence rating within the TripleCyber ecosystem. It's a dynamic score from 0 to 1000 that tells others how trustworthy and verified your identity is.
The Concept
"Our Zero Trust Risk Score (ZTRS) gives you real-time identity confidence for every contact. Block imposters before they can cause harm."
Think of ZTRS like a credit score, but for identity trust. Just as a credit score tells lenders how reliable you are with money, ZTRS tells others how reliable and verified your digital identity is.
Why Zero Trust Risk Score Matters
For You
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Build Trust: A higher score means others trust you more
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Unlock Features: Some ecosystem features require minimum scores
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Prove Identity: Your score backs up your verified status
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Stand Out: High scores distinguish you from potential imposters
For Others
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Quick Assessment: Instantly gauge someone's identity confidence
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Risk Evaluation: Lower scores indicate less verification
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Decision Making: Factor ZTRS into communication decisions
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Fraud Prevention: Low scores on unexpected contacts = red flag
Score Ranges
Score RangeRatingWhat It Means 0-249PoorNew account, minimal or no verification. Treat with caution. 250-499FairSome verification completed. Building history and trust. 500-749GoodSolid verification. Established account with verified assets. 750-999ExcellentStrong verification. Verified Zone maximum or high Secure Zone. 1000MaximumPerfect score. Requires Secure Zone with full verification.
Score by Zone
Your zone determines your maximum possible ZTRS:
ZoneMaximum ZTRSWhy Anonymous250No identity verification means limited trust potential Verified750Email/phone verified, but no government ID Secure1000Full government ID verification enables maximum trust
Key Insight: Your zone sets the ceiling, but you still need to build your score through verified assets, positive interactions, and account age.
How Zero Trust Risk Score Differs from Other Trust Systems
Traditional Trust (Binary)
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Verified or not verified
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No nuance or gradation
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Easy to fake "verified" status
ZTRS (Spectrum)
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1000-point scale for nuance
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Multiple factors contribute to score
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Harder to game the system
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Dynamic - changes based on behavior
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Backed by real verification (government ID at highest levels)
Real-World Analogies
Like a Credit Score
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Range of scores (not just pass/fail)
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Built over time
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Multiple factors affect it
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Higher scores unlock more opportunities
Like a Verified Badge + Reputation Combined
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The verification (Secure Zone) is like getting the blue checkmark
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The score is like your reputation/trust level on top of that
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Both matter for full picture
Like TSA PreCheck + Frequent Flyer Status
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PreCheck = verified identity (like Secure Zone)
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Frequent flyer miles = score that builds with use
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Both together = fastest, smoothest experience
Dynamic Nature of Zero Trust Risk Score
ZTRS is not static. It changes based on:
Factors that INCREASE your score:
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Adding verified assets
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Account aging (time as active user)
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Positive interactions with other users
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Consistent access patterns
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Upgrading your zone
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Passing AI validation checks (Secure Zone)
Factors that DECREASE your score:
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Removing verified assets
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Reported negative behavior
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Suspicious access patterns
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Failed validation attempts
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Security incidents
Zero Trust Risk Score in Action
Scenario 1: Business Email
You receive an email claiming to be from your bank.
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Check sender's ZTRS: Score is 127
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This is a "Poor" rating
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Red Flag: Legitimate bank employees would have much higher scores
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Action: Don't click links, verify through official channels
Scenario 2: New Contact
Someone reaches out about a job opportunity.
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Check their ZTRS: Score is 845
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This is an "Excellent" rating
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They're in Secure Zone with government verification
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Confidence: High likelihood this is a legitimate professional
Scenario 3: Old Friend
A friend you haven't heard from messages you.
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Check their ZTRS: Score is 523
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This is a "Good" rating
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Verified Zone with established history
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Action: Probably legitimate, but verify if asking for anything unusual
Common Misconceptions
"High ZTRS means I should trust them completely"
Reality: ZTRS indicates identity verification confidence, not character. A verified person could still have bad intentions. Use ZTRS as one factor, not the only factor.
"Low ZTRS means they're a scammer"
Reality: New users start with low scores. Someone could be legitimate but new to the platform. Context matters.
"My score is permanent"
Reality: ZTRS is dynamic and changes based on your actions, assets, and behavior over time.
"I can buy a high score"
Reality: You cannot purchase ZTRS points. Secure Zone subscription enables higher potential, but you still earn the score through verification and behavior.
Privacy and ZTRS
What Others See
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Your ZTRS score
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Your zone level (Anonymous/Verified/Secure)
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Your verified status
What Others DON'T See
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The specific factors contributing to your score
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Your personal information
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Your government ID details
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Your asset list (unless you share it)
Frequently Asked Questions
Q: What's a "good" ZTRS score?
A: Generally, 500+ is considered good for most interactions. For high-stakes communications (financial, legal), look for 750+ or Secure Zone users.
Q: How long does it take to build ZTRS?
A: You can boost your score quickly by verifying assets. Account age contributes over months. Reaching maximum takes time and requires Secure Zone.
Q: Can my score go down?
A: Yes. Removing assets, security incidents, or reported behavior can lower your score.
Q: Is ZTRS required to use TripleCyber?
A: No. All users have a ZTRS score, but you can use the platform regardless of your score. Higher scores just provide more trust with others.
Q: Can I see how my score is calculated?
A: You can see the factors that contribute to your score in your profile. The exact algorithm is proprietary to prevent gaming.
Next Steps
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ZTRS Scoring Factors - Learn exactly what affects your score
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Where to View ZTRS - Find your score and others' scores
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Secure Zone - Unlock maximum ZTRS potential
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TripleValidate - Use ZTRS to verify others