As defined by the Velocity Network Foundation, a credential before it has been accepted. An Offer is the communication to an individual that a credential is available to them. An Offer must occur before individuals can claim their credential, and individuals cannot claim a credential without first having a chance to view and actively accept an offer. In a Velocity-enabled ecosystem, individuals cannot be forced to claim a credential; individuals must have a choice, based on the offer presented, to receive that credential.