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What is KYC?

Also known as: Know Your Customer

KYC (Know Your Customer) is the process of verifying a customer's identity and assessing their risk before and during a business relationship. KYC data feeds sanctions screening and anti-money-laundering (AML) controls.

Screening for KYC-related risk is exactly what SanctionsAI automates — a single API (HTTP, CLI, or MCP) that screens names and wallets against OFAC lists before your agent pays. Free tier, no key: see the docs →

Related terms

OFAC · SDN List · Blocked Person · OFAC 50 Percent Rule · Secondary Sanctions · Facilitation · Strict Liability · Sanctions Screening · Consolidated Sanctions List · False Positive

This glossary is general information for educational purposes, not legal or compliance advice. Sanctions rules change; always verify against the official source (OFAC / FinCEN / your regulator) and consult qualified counsel. Definitions summarize public guidance from the U.S. Treasury's Office of Foreign Assets Control (OFAC) and FinCEN.