Is ID.me legit and safe?
ID.me protects all sensitive data with stronger encryption than many financial institutions. Additionally, we are one of only three companies certified by the U.S. Government to enable citizens to access sensitive information from federal agencies.
Why does ID.me need my SSN?
Our primary goal is to make sure that you are who you say you are so that you can receive access to exclusive benefits or permissions from our partners. Sometimes, our verification process requires collecting sensitive pieces of information, like your Social Security number (SSN) or a photo of a document.
Is ID.me used by the government?
Accessing Government Services
ID.me is a trusted technology partner to multiple government agencies. We provide secure digital identity verification to help government agencies make sure you're you – and not someone pretending to be you – when you request access to government services online.