ID-check App: Who Qualifies and What You Get
Learn how to use the ID-check App to increase your security level when accessing sensitive data through the DigiD app.
The ID-check App is a digital tool designed to help you increase your security level when using the DigiD app to access sensitive personal information.
Who it's for
This scheme is specifically for people who are already users of the DigiD app. If you use DigiD to manage your digital interactions with government services, you may need this app to access certain high-security features.
What you get
By using this app, you obtain a higher security level for your digital identity. This elevated security is necessary for accessing more sensitive data and performing certain official tasks online that require a higher level of identity verification than standard methods.
What it costs you
Using the app requires you to have specific hardware. You must possess a valid passport or an ID card that contains a chip. Additionally, you will need a smartphone that includes an NFC-lezer (NFC reader) to communicate with the chip in your identification document.
The catch to know
The scanning process can be sensitive to how you hold your device. You must hold your phone directly against the chip located inside your ID card or passport to ensure the connection is successful and the verification is completed.
How to apply
- Ensure you have the DigiD app already installed and functioning on your mobile device.
- Verify that your smartphone has NFC capabilities and your ID card or passport contains a chip.
- Open the app and follow the specific instructions to scan your identification document.
- Hold your phone steady against the chip in your ID to complete the security upgrade.