In a world where data breaches make headlines daily, we asked ourselves a simple question:
Why do we keep using authentication systems that clearly don’t work?
The Team Transforming Digital Security
Our Vision
Security shouldn’t depend on carrying devices, remembering complex passwords, or sharing personal information. We believe authentication should be as natural as recognizing a friend’s face – simple, secure, and completely personal.
Our Story
Back in 2005, we noticed something troubling: every authentication system required users to give up something valuable – a phone number, a fingerprint, or a device. These “secrets” could all be stolen or compromised.
We set out to create something different. Something that would stay only in the user’s mind, never needing to be written down, stored, or shared. The result is Shayype – the first real advancement in authentication technology in decades.
Today, Shayype offers the convenience of passwords with the strength of two-factor authentication, but without the usual compromises. No devices to carry. No codes to wait for. Just a simple, secure way to prove you are you.
Our team of experienced banking, security and technology people
Jonathan Craymer
President & Founder
A pioneer in pattern-based authentication since 2005, Jonathan's journey began with a simple idea: authentication shouldn't require giving away secrets. His innovations in device-less OTP authentication earned "Cool Vendor" status from Gartner and won UKTI's Franco-British Award for Innovation. Jonathan leads our mission to free the world from password complexity while enhancing security.
John Bullard
Director
A FinTech pioneer, John helped establish Barclays' original Information security management team and co-founded IdenTrust, a global bank joint venture. His expertise in Digital Trust and distributed ledger technology helps shape Shayype's future in the financial sector.
Nick Masterson-Jones
Advisor
Nick has been CIO/CTO at a range of financial institutions, including Monzo, Western Union Business Solutions, Travelex GBP and Vive. Prior to this Nick spent eight years at VocaLink, leading the successful delivery of the award-winning new BACS and Faster Payments systems. His early career included roles in investment banking and management consulting.
Jackson Howell
Chief Technology Officer
With 18 years in software development, Jackson brings deep technical expertise and a track record of transformative solutions. His projects have delivered significant business value, including £800k annual savings for client companies and contributing to a £3.5 million business sale through innovative technology solutions.