I have translated the article about KYC published in April 2023 using DEEPL.
The app has been updated, and many people can now apply for KYC.
Although they applied, there were many complaints because they were stuck in an eternal waiting state for their application.
A blog post about this has been published, so I have translated it.

It seems that a “tentative approval” will be introduced to allow many KYC applications to pass.
It’s been almost half a year since the administrator submitted, so I’m looking forward to it.

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KYC (Know Your Customer) is a procedure to first confirm a user’s identity and then verify that identity. Pi Network utilizes its own KYC solution to scalably verify the identities of millions of Pioneers worldwide and onboard them onto the Mainnet blockchain and ecosystem.

KYC is not only important for the integrity and compliance of the network, but also ensures fairness for all human Pioneers who have been honestly mining on their accounts. Achieving this goal is crucial because real verified humans on Pi contribute to the network’s robustness and simultaneously facilitate the development of various apps for a utility-based ecosystem.

Over the past year, the Pi KYC software has been continuously updated to enable more Pioneers to apply, address various corner cases in the application process, and verify the identities of millions of Pioneers in preparation for Mainnet migration while protecting the network’s integrity. The overall KYC progress of the network remains a top priority for the community, including the Core Team, Validators, and Pioneers, and is also one of the two main goals for the Enclosed Network period of the Mainnet phase.

During the recent Pi Day celebration, a major software update for the KYC app was also released and introduced in the Pi Day 2023 announcement. We provide the following FAQ to elaborate on the Pi Day KYC announcement and comprehensively support Pioneers on their KYC journey.

KYC FAQs
Do I still need to get a KYC slot randomly assigned by the system?

No, unless you fall into the following two scenarios, you should be able to access the KYC app via the Pi Browser and start your KYC application without waiting for an invitation. The allocation of KYC slots by invitation was only used in the past, and the process has been updated so that anyone can start.

Newly created accounts cannot apply for KYC verification immediately until they have mined for 30 days (not necessarily consecutive). This allows the network to prioritize KYC verification resources for more dedicated human Pioneers who have mined a sufficient balance to make it meaningful to go through KYC and migrate to Mainnet.

A very small number of accounts identified by the algorithm as likely fake accounts or accounts with violations are not eligible for KYC. If such account owners believe there is an algorithmic error, they must submit their username by filling out this form (https://minepi.com/kyc-application-access) for further investigation and proof otherwise. Based on the submission, further investigation can be conducted.

Will I still see a “KYC Slot” pop-up notification when starting a new mining session, even if KYC slots are open?

The “KYC Slot” pop-up will appear, but Pioneers should not use the KYC pop-up notification as the sole means of knowing whether they are eligible to start a KYC application. Pioneers should check their KYC eligibility directly in the KYC app on the Pi Browser (KYC.PI). Simply open the Pi Browser and navigate to the KYC app. Please use the pop-up notification as a reminder, not an invitation.

Now that Pi KYC is available to everyone, how do I apply for KYC?

Applying for KYC requires downloading the Pi Browser. You can access KYC from the Pi KYC app in the Pi Browser. Be sure to have your relevant identification documents ready!

Pioneers are encouraged to check their KYC eligibility directly in the KYC app on the Pi Browser.

Tentative KYC Approval: What does it mean? What is required to pass? How long does it take?

The Tentative KYC program, which does not apply to the majority of the network, requires additional verification checks before a Pioneer can fully pass KYC. Since tentative KYC approval is not the same as full KYC approval, it does not yet unlock features that require full KYC approval (e.g., becoming a Validator, migrating to Mainnet) until full KYC approval is confirmed by the additional checks. However, tentative KYC approval brings the account significantly closer to full approval.

The reason for the selective Tentative KYC program is to ensure the integrity of the network by allowing as many real human Pioneers as possible to pass KYC, while simultaneously catching and preventing as many fake and bot accounts as possible. This is not only important for the network but also fair to all human Pioneers who are honestly mining on their accounts.

The specific additional verification steps may vary depending on the individual case, and the time required for their completion may also vary. Factors influencing timing include the volume of KYC applications being processed, the availability of human validators in that region, the complexity of the application, and the type of additional checks applied to tentative KYC cases.

If my KYC status is “Tentative Approval,” how long will it take to finally become “KYC Passed”?

The duration of the tentative approval status is case-by-case and depends on the scope and type of additional verification required. One of the priorities for the KYC app in Q2 2023 is to iteratively apply such additional checks to tentative KYC cases.

If my KYC status is “Tentative Approval,” can I migrate to Mainnet?

No, you cannot migrate to Mainnet unless you have fully passed KYC.

What screens will I see in the KYC app after submitting my KYC?

After submitting a KYC application, Pioneers can expect to see several different screens in the KYC app. Pioneers may see a screen indicating that their application is “In Review.” If the KYC application is tentatively approved (meaning it has been approved by Validators pending additional checks), Pioneers will see a “Tentative Approval” screen.

If the additional checks further confirm the authenticity of the data and account, Pioneers will see a “KYC Passed” screen. For the vast majority of applications that are not subject to tentative approval, if accepted, they will see the “KYC Passed” screen directly without additional checks.

As previously announced, submitted KYC applications may be approved within 15 minutes if everything is submitted correctly and there are no name appeals. Are such cases still happening?

Yes, this case remains true as long as Pioneers correctly fill in the required fields and there is an abundance of human validators in their country or region.

When will KYC Validators be able to review name change appeals?

For Pioneers who have submitted a name change appeal (for minor updates), it will either be resolved solely by machine automation or with the help of human validators. In the first case, the block to proceed with the KYC process has already been removed. For the second case, it is expected that human validators will be able to review name change appeals in Q2 of this year, after additional checks for tentative KYC applications and validator performance analysis.

My KYC has been approved, but it is not reflected in the Mainnet Checklist Step 6. When can I start migrating?

The Core Team is aware of this issue affecting some users and is working to resolve the data synchronization issue with the Mainnet Checklist in Q2 of this year. In general, for the most accurate KYC status, always rely on the Pi KYC app.

Overall, why does Pi Network require KYC before Mainnet migration?

Pi Network’s vision is to build an inclusive and most widely distributed digital currency and ecosystem for all Pioneers. Pi Network’s mining mechanism is based on a social network and relies on the contributions of real Pioneers. Therefore, Pi has a strict policy of one account per person.

This requires a high degree of accuracy in proving that members within the network are real humans, preventing individuals from unfairly creating fake accounts to hoard Pi. Thus, KYC helps ensure the true humanity of the network, in addition to complying with anti-money laundering and anti-terrorism regulations.

Only those who pass Pi KYC can migrate to the Pi Mainnet. This blockchain is an identity-verified, compliant, and utility-driven ecosystem where Pioneers can start using Pi for real goods and services.

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