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# Generating Credentials

Verifiable credential (VC) enables individuals to hold and share their digital identities with ease, privacy, and security.

Go to the [Credentials page](https://idhub.litentry.io/credentials)

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2. Select the credential you want to generate from the different options available on the credential page as shown below:

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In this tutorial, we'll demonstrate how to generate a credential for "**Ethereum Account Class of Year**".

{% hint style="info" %}
**Different credentials have different identity requirements. You may need to link additional identities.**
{% endhint %}

3. Choose your Ethereum account and select the account type and hit the "Confirm" button"

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4. Next, you'll be required to sign a proof message with your address. Hit the "Sign" button to proceed.

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5. Click the "Sign" button on the wallet pop-up and sign the transaction with your main account.

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6. Next, click the "Check my Credential" button to generate your credential.

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7. With this, you have successfully claimed your credential.

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8. You can click the "Check My Credential" button to view your credential&#x20;

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9. To view your generated credentials, check the claim box as shown below:

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