---
title: Get Verifiable Credential
description: Retrieve W3C verifiable credentials with cryptographic proofs
seo:
  title: "Query Digital Credential"
---

:::info
Verifiable credentials are cryptographically signed claims that can
be independently verified without contacting the issuer.
:::

:::warning
Always check the `revoked` field and expiration date before
accepting a credential as valid.
:::

:::tip
Verify the issuer's DID to ensure the credential comes from a
trusted authority in your trust framework.
:::