What Is Online Identity Verification?
Online identity verification is the process of confirming a person’s identity remotely using digital methods such as:
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Submitting photos of government-issued ID documents
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Taking selfies to match the person to the document
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Answering security questions
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Completing multi-factor authentication (MFA) steps
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Cross-checking information against trusted databases or financial institutions
The goal is simple:
Make sure the person on the screen is who they say they are, before you grant access, approve an order, or complete a high-risk action.
As more business moves online, traditional “in-person” checks no longer cover all risks.
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Prevent fraud and account takeovers
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Ensure age and identity compliance for regulated products and services
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Protect sensitive data and systems from unauthorized access
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Build an audit trail that proves you did your due diligence
The Most Trusted Name in ID Verification and Venue Safety
Founded in 2005 with a vision to enhance safety and catch fake IDs, Patronscan has become a global leader in ID scanning and age verification technology. We’re a team of engineers, innovators, and go-getters who believe in delivering the highest levels of ID scanning service to our clients, our communities, and each other.
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“Every line of code we ship has a real-world impact. When Patronscan flags a fake ID or stops a risky incident, that’s our engineering work protecting someone’s night out.”
— Adam Berent, Senior Software Engineering Manager
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Online identity verification helps you protect your business, your customers, and your reputation without turning every interaction into a high-friction process.
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