How Hacklio Works

Step #01

Launching a Bug Bounty Program

For Organizations

  • Define your program scope and security objectives
  • Set rules of engagement and legal policies
  • Choose between public or private bounty programs
  • Set your reward structure and budget
  • Submit and publish your program directly through Hacklio

Hacklio makes it easy for security-conscious organizations to launch their own bug bounty programs. Whether you’re a startup, SaaS provider, or enterprise, you can define which assets need protection, what vulnerabilities are in-scope, and how hackers should report them. You’ll also set rules of engagement, rewards structure, and legal protections such as Safe Harbor policies. Our platform allows you to launch either a public program (open to all verified researchers) or a private program (invite-only, for selected ethical hackers). Everything is customizable to meet your security and compliance needs.

 

Step #02

Joining as a Security Researcher

For Ethical Hackers

  • Sign up and verify your identity (KYC or PGP validation)
  • Build your professional hacker profile
  • Browse available programs and select targets
  • Earn points, badges, and access levels based on performance
  • Follow ethical hacking standards and responsible disclosure practices

Joining Hacklio as a security researcher gives you access to real-world security challenges with real rewards. Once registered, researchers go through identity verification (KYC or PGP-based) to ensure platform integrity. You can then browse available bug bounty programs, review their scopes, and start hunting for vulnerabilities. As you report valid findings, you’ll earn not only rewards, but also reputation points, ranks, and access to more exclusive private programs. Our platform is built for ethical hackers who respect responsible disclosure and want to make a real impact.

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Step #03

Submitting Vulnerabilities

Transparent & Secure Reporting

  • Vulnerability description, steps to reproduce, PoC
  • Use structured formats (CVSS, CWE, OWASP Top 10)
  • Communicate directly with security teams through our platform
  • Maintain confidentiality and follow platform rules at all times

Hacklio streamlines the vulnerability submission process for both researchers and companies. When a researcher discovers a bug, they submit it through our secure reporting interface, including:

  • a clear description
  • reproduction steps
  • optional Proof-of-Concept (PoC)
  • relevant severity data (CVSS scores, CWE references)

Reports are encrypted and confidential. We encourage structured, professional reporting that enables fast triage and fixes. Communication remains transparent between researcher and organization, while Hacklio ensures data integrity and accountability.

 

Step #04

Triage, Validation & Rewarding

Accuracy and Fairness First

  • Reports reviewed by triage experts or the organization’s team
  • Severity levels assigned based on impact
  • Valid submissions are rewarded promptly
  • Researchers receive direct feedback
  • Reputation scores grow with quality submissions

Every submitted vulnerability goes through a triage process where our team — or the organization’s internal security team — verifies its validity and impact. The severity is assessed using industry standards (e.g., CVSS), and valid reports are rewarded based on the reward range set by the organization.
Researchers receive timely feedback, and rewards are processed swiftly (in fiat or crypto). Your reputation grows with every quality submission, unlocking higher tiers, badges, and exclusive opportunities.

Step #05

Insights, Growth & Community Ecosystem

Security as a Continuous Process

  • Access dashboards with vulnerability trends and impact metrics
  • Continuously optimize your bug bounty programs
  • Run private bounties with vetted researchers
  • Strengthen trust between researchers and organizations
  • Help make the internet a safer place — together

Hacklio is more than just a platform — it’s a growing ecosystem of researchers and companies working together to build a safer digital world.

  • Organizations gain access to detailed analytics, trends, and vulnerability dashboards to track progress and make informed security decisions.
  • Researchers can view their performance stats, program history, and success metrics.
  • Companies can build long-term trust by inviting selected hackers into private, high-sensitivity programs.
    Together, we create a sustainable, transparent, and continuous model for proactive security.
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