Crack the Chain: Redefining the Future of Bug Bounty
In an industry where noise often drowns out real talent, a new platform is stepping forward—focused, selective, and built entirely around the world’s top security minds.
Introducing Crack the Chain: an invite-only bug bounty platform designed for elite researchers and forward-thinking organizations.
🎯 Precision Over Volume: Invite-Only Access
Crack the Chain isn’t open to everyone—and that’s by design.
Every researcher on the platform is handpicked, vetted not only for their technical expertise but for their reputation, integrity, and impact. This curated approach ensures an environment where:
- Reports are consistently high-quality
- Programs receive focused, relevant submissions
- Researchers are recognized for their depth, not their follower count
We’re creating a space where security talent can thrive—free from the noise and clutter of oversaturated platforms.
💰 The Industry’s Most Researcher-Friendly Commission Model
Let’s be clear: you earned the bounty—you should keep it.
Crack the Chain offers the lowest commission in the industry, ensuring that the majority of every payout goes directly to the researcher. We’ve stripped away unnecessary overhead and aligned our success with yours.
You won’t find hidden fees or inflated margins here. Just a transparent model that puts researchers first.
🛠️ Purpose-Built for Professionals
Crack the Chain is more than a platform—it’s an ecosystem built specifically for professional security researchers.
Key Features:
- Streamlined submission workflow for speed and clarity
- Integrated recon utilities to accelerate discovery
- Real-time report updates so you’re never left in the dark
- Direct access to program owners for meaningful collaboration
- Private researcher profiles based on skill, not showmanship
Everything is designed to help you do what you do best—without distractions.
🔐 Private Programs, Serious Scopes
Every program on Crack the Chain is private, invitation-only, and rigorously evaluated for quality.
We partner exclusively with organizations that value security and are committed to fast, fair, and professional engagement. As a researcher, you’ll gain access to high-impact targets that match your strengths—no filler, no dead scopes.
🤝 A Platform That Works for You
We’re building Crack the Chain in collaboration with our researcher community. That means your voice shapes the roadmap, your needs guide the features, and your success is our metric.
Whether you’re a seasoned veteran or an emerging star, this is a place where expertise is respected—and rewarded.
📩 Frequently Asked Questions
How can I join?
Crack the Chain is currently invite-only. However, if you’re an active researcher producing quality work—through writeups, CTFs, tool development, or platform activity—you’re already on our radar. You can also request an invite.
Can I refer other researchers?
Referral capabilities will roll out soon. For now, all invites are handled internally to maintain strict quality standards.
What’s your commission rate?
It’s the lowest in the industry. Full details are provided to invited researchers, but rest assured—our model is designed to maximize your earnings.
What kinds of companies run programs on Crack the Chain?
We work with security-first startups, fintech firms, SaaS providers, and infrastructure companies that are serious about fixing vulnerabilities—not just checking a box.
⚡ Ready to Raise the Standard?
Crack the Chain is not another platform. It’s a movement—driven by a belief that great security research deserves focus, respect, and reward.
If you’re ready to break away from the noise and join a network of elite professionals, we’d love to see what you bring to the table.
Crack the Chain. Earn what you’re worth. Hack without limits.