GoldenShield was born from a simple but deeply personal mission.

 

Three lifelong friends—Wes Clark, Nicolas Chimicles, and Andrew Kichline—watched their own grandparents struggle to navigate an increasingly dangerous digital world. Scam calls, phishing emails, and fraudulent websites became constant threats, and the friends realized that they couldn’t always be there to protect their loved ones.

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Determined to find a solution, they combined their unique skills in technology, design, and problem-solving to create GoldenShield: a tool designed to provide peace of mind for families everywhere. What began as a project to safeguard their own grandparents has grown into a mission to empower seniors, protect vulnerable users, and create a safer internet for all.