The problem zkConnect solves

zkConnect tackles the issue of privacy breaches and spam that plagues existing email newsletters. It offers a secure alternative by leveraging zero-knowledge proofs (zkProofs).

Users subscribe to zkConnect newsletters without revealing their email address. zkConnect utilizes zkProofs to verify the subscription without compromising privacy.

This protects users from spam and potential security breaches since their email remains hidden.

Newsletter publishers benefit too. zkConnect allows them to prove they only send emails to confirmed subscribers, boosting trust and reputation.

Imagine a scenario where citizens of zuzalu.city can subscribe to receive updates from their local government or community organizations through zkConnect. Users would subscribe without revealing their email address, ensuring their privacy is protected. zkConnect utilizes zkProofs to verify the subscription without compromising this privacy.

In essence, zkConnect provides a win-win situation for both subscribers and publishers. Subscribers enjoy privacy and avoid spam, while publishers gain credibility and improve user engagement.

Challenges I ran into

Choosing the right zkProof library:There are several zkProof libraries available, each with its weaknesses and strengths. Selecting the one that best suited our project's needs (efficiency, ease of use, compatibility) took a while.

Implementing zkProofs efficiently. Integrating zkProofs with our chosen newsletter platform required significant coding and workarounds

Assigning team members: Vlad and me worked on this project