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PassiveBolt

Ann Arbor, US · Founded 2018 · Delaware corporation · 2 known investors

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Passivebolt builds an NFC-based identity and credential platform that verifies a person's identity and delivers digital credentials — such as room keys, building passes, or government IDs — through a mobile wallet without a dedicated app. It serves hotels, government agencies, and physical access/building security operators, integrating with existing infrastructure like PMS, Mercury panels, and OSDP readers.

Founders & leadership

PassiveBolt was founded in 2018 by Mike Johnson and Simon Forster.

MJMike Johnson
Mike JohnsoninFounderFounder of PassiveBolt, Mike Johnson has a background in advanced engineering with expertise spanning hardware design, control systems, embedded software, and PCB layout and assembly.
SFSimon Forster
Simon ForsterinCo-Founder and Vice President Software
KM
Kabir MaigaNamed on SEC filing
AK
Alfred KlossNamed on SEC filing

Investors · 2

Reported raises · per SEC filings

Form D private placements

$6.8M disclosed across 2 rounds · 2018–2025

$6.2MraisedJan 2025 · 36 investors · Other Technology
Rule 506(b)
Officers, directors & promoters on the filing
  • Kabir MaigaExecutive Officer, Director
Offering amount
$7.2M
Amount sold
$6.2M
Minimum investment
$28.8K
First sale
Jan 2025
Incorporated
Corporation, Delaware
Federal exemptions
06b
Full filing on SEC EDGAR ↗
$600KraisedJul 2018 · 2 investors · Other Technology
Rule 506(b)
Officers, directors & promoters on the filing
  • Kabir MaigaExecutive Officer, Director, Promoter
  • Alfred KlossDirector
Offering amount
$1M
Amount sold
$600K
Minimum investment
$10K
First sale
Jun 2018
Incorporated
Corporation, Delaware, 2018
Federal exemptions
06b
Full filing on SEC EDGAR ↗

Source: SEC EDGAR Form D. Amounts as filed; amended filings shown once at their latest values.

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Frequently asked questions

What does PassiveBolt do?
Passivebolt builds an NFC-based identity and credential platform that verifies a person's identity and delivers digital credentials — such as room keys, building passes, or government IDs — through a mobile wallet without a dedicated app. It serves hotels, government agencies, and physical access/building security operators, integrating with existing infrastructure like PMS, Mercury panels, and OSDP readers.
Who founded PassiveBolt?
PassiveBolt was founded by Mike Johnson, Simon Forster in 2018.
Who are PassiveBolt's investors?
PassiveBolt's investors include ID Ventures, Michigan Rise.
How much funding has PassiveBolt raised?
PassiveBolt has disclosed $6.8M raised across 2 rounds.
Where is PassiveBolt headquartered?
PassiveBolt is headquartered in Ann Arbor, US.