How VeraLink Works
Simple, secure, and effective accountability in six easy steps
1. Create Your Account
Download VeraLink and sign up as either a Sponsor (supporter) or Sponsee (being supported). Sponsors create testing schedules while sponsees respond to test reminders.
2. Pair Securely
Sponsors generate a unique pairing code and share it with their sponsee. The sponsee enters the code to establish a private, encrypted connection. Your data stays between you two.
3. Set Testing Schedule
Sponsors create a testing plan with specific days (Mon-Fri) and time windows (7 AM - 12 PM). Choose frequency (weekly, monthly) and whether windows are flexible or absolute. VeraLink randomly schedules tests within your parameters.
4. Receive Notifications
When a test window opens, sponsees receive time-sensitive push notifications that break through Focus mode. Reminders continue hourly until the test is completed. Sponsors are notified when windows open.
5. Upload Test Results
Sponsees take a photo of the test result using their phone camera or choose from their library. Photos are securely uploaded, timestamped, and stored with cryptographic hashing for integrity.
6. Review & Track Progress
Sponsors can view the complete testing history with all photos, dates, and results. Track progress over time and maintain accountability. All data is encrypted and private.
Why Random Testing Works
Unpredictability is key. When testing happens at predictable intervals, it's easy to plan around them. VeraLink uses cryptographic randomization to ensure tests occur at truly random times within your chosen windows.
Trust through transparency. Sponsors can see the schedule but cannot manipulate it. This builds trust while maintaining the accountability that makes recovery possible.
Respectful accountability. Testing windows respect everyone's schedule while providing the structure needed for recovery. It's not surveillance - it's support.