# Etched > Etched anchors digital work to blockchain — tamper-proof, verifiable evidence of authorship, contribution and ownership of intellectual property. Etched provides an evidence-capture and file-management platform for creators, founders, law firms, and the built environment. It produces legally defensible records of creation, collaboration, and chain of custody. ## Pages - [Home](/): Blockchain-backed IP evidence — overview of Etched. - [Why Etched](/why): How Etched protects IP and why it matters. - [About](/about): Mission, vision, values, and the team behind Etched. - [Resources](/resources): The Fine Print — articles on IP, evidence, and creative ownership. ## Services - [Creatives](/services/creatives): Proof of creation, ownership, and collaboration for creatives, studios, and teams. - [Founders](/services/founders): Investor-ready IP evidence for early-stage startups. - [Law firms & enterprise](/services/law-firms-enterprise): Legal-grade evidence infrastructure for IP, trade secrets, and AI-assisted work. - [Etched GT](/services/etched-gt): The Digital Golden Thread — Building Safety Act compliance for UK high-risk buildings.