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ID.me simplifies how individuals prove and share their identity online. The ID.me secure digital identity network has over 98 million members, as well as partnerships with 30 states, 10 federal agencies, and over 500 name-brand retailers.

The company provides identity proofing, authentication and community verification for organizations across sectors. The company's technology meets the federal standards for consumer authentication and is approved as a NIST 800-63-3 IAL2 / AAL2 conformant credential service provider by the Kantara Initiative. ID.me's Identity Gateway also has a Federal Risk and Authorization Management Program (FedRAMP) Moderate Authority to Operate (ATO). ID.me is the only provider with video chat and is committed to "No Identity Left Behind" to enable all people to have a secure digital identity.


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McLean, Virginia, United States
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ID.me Reviews Summary

The company has garnered a mixed reputation, with notable strengths in its identity verification service, which many users found secure and efficient, particularly praising the helpfulness of customer service during video calls. However, significant concerns were raised regarding the complexity of the verification process, which some customers found frustrating and time-consuming, particularly older users or those with unique identification issues. Additionally, delays and technical difficulties, including issues with document acceptance and login credentials, have led to dissatisfaction among several users. Overall, while the service is valued for its security, improvements in user experience and support are essential.

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Colorado
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It's easy to set up if you use your phone / desktop / laptop. I used 2 so I didn't have to jump back and forth from screen to screen. Whole process took about 15min. Using the multi factor sign in, takes the same amount of time as any other multi factor sign in. Only wish ID.Me used Microsoft Authenticator. Rather than their own. An extra app to download.

Date of experience: November 11, 2025
Alabama
1 review
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DON'T DO IT!
November 21, 2025

Deceptive, liers, info disappears from pages that are supposed to be secure. I believe they will use our info for illegal uses for their own use and get us in trouble.

Date of experience: November 11, 2025
California
1 review
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Do NOT Waste Your Time
November 21, 2025

Current government issued documents / selfies were uploaded successfully and verified, however, access was denied by Social Security Administration.
No reason given other than "Information given does not match records."

Copies of the information on file with the SSA were compared with information uploaded to ID.me - matches exactly.

Date of experience: November 7, 2025
Pennsylvania
1 review
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Identity verification
November 21, 2025

It was a rocky start, was not accepting the photos of my identification, however, they had an option of a video phone call, which was nice and it got the job done

Date of experience: November 11, 2025
Virginia
1 review
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Not very user friendly.
November 21, 2025

Easy to use for those with experience with computers. Waiting for a confirmation code is not a great idea. Several elderly people are unable multi- task.

Date of experience: November 11, 2025
Louisiana
1 review
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Manage your accounts on your own
November 21, 2025

Now I can view my statement, accout information and IRS on my own. No more long waits and multiple calls. No longer have to give a stranger my personal information.

Date of experience: November 11, 2025
Pennsylvania
1 review
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Its my first time to use this, I think it is the easiest and fastest way of getting updates and uploading the required documents.

Date of experience: November 11, 2025
Massachusetts
1 review
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I'd. Me experience
November 21, 2025

After the initial startup as far as giving all the information that's required, it's very simple to use. And everything you need seems to be there without having to look for it or request it. I didn't have to type in anything. It was all right there. Plus when you go back in you don't have to sign in again. Really simple

Date of experience: November 11, 2025
Tennessee
1 review
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I use ID.me to log in to the Veterans website to obtain a military ID. I have also used the service to obtain military discounts from businesses like Lowe's and Home Depot as well as many other places and restaurants! The Ide service is quick and easy to set up and is safe! I recommend the device!

Date of experience: November 11, 2025
Albania
1 review
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ID.me sucks
November 21, 2025

Have tried to get in for months to no avail. There is no phone number to call and speak with a real person. Only chat bot that gives suggestions, all of which I've tried, and none that work! WHY don't you have a number I can call and speak to someone?

Date of experience: November 11, 2025
New Jersey
1 review
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Worst access ever
November 21, 2025

Everything about ID.me is horrible from taking over an hour to log on because it refuses to recognize my email and password to navigating the whole system. Then, in order to post this message they need my last name and email address. I guess they figure it would cut down on bad reviews -- a really slimy tactic.

Date of experience: November 11, 2025
Sri Lanka
1 review
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Easy access to the Government
November 21, 2025

I needed to pay taxes. To verify who I am. I used ID.me. I was sent a verification code. I used the code and I had access to the government website I needed.
It was very easy to use.

Date of experience: November 11, 2025
California
1 review
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Honor our Veterans!
November 21, 2025

Once the process of identifying your identity. The ID. Me application is user friendly, very secure, convenient, readily available and reliable.

Date of experience: November 11, 2025
Maryland
1 review
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ID.me Just do it!
November 21, 2025

ID.me is the easiest portal I have ever set up. You just sit back, relax, and give it a try. I was pleasantly surprised how helpful it is. You can keep track of everything with your doctor, prescriptions, appointments, or anything else you are experiencing with the Va. I am glad that I did. Thank you!

Date of experience: November 11, 2025
Texas
1 review
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Total fail
November 21, 2025

I've gone through its verification. It says I'm verified -- then, at the next step, before I can access anything, says its records are confused and I must go to a Social Security office to clear up its confusion

Date of experience: November 10, 2025
Massachusetts
2 reviews
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Very invasive
November 21, 2025

I understand identify verification but this is much too invasive and I do not feel as though I have any personal information regarding my identify held peivate

Date of experience: November 11, 2025
Nevada
1 review
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Excellent Service
November 21, 2025

The ID.me personal team was helpful and understanding when working with me.
They walk me through a problem with camera feature on a new computer without getting upset.
They were patient and resourceful with solving this software problem.
The rest of the verification process took only a couple minutes.
Without any software hiccups the entire process would have been over quickly.
Thank You for your time and resourcefulness.

Date of experience: November 11, 2025
Virginia
2 reviews
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Terrible. Don't use if at all possible
November 21, 2025

Told my account was suspended, no reason given. Took 3 days and 2 emails to finally get a reply saying they couldn't unsuspend it but I could just make a new one using the same email (real secure). Then tried to upload my ID only to be told that it wasn't acceptable even though it was one of the options clearly stated as acceptable on the page. Then 3 emails about that with no reply. Finally went back to the original company I was trying to get the discount for and complained and all of a sudden it went through.
All in all, over a week of dead-ends and frustration. If i never have to deal with this company again it will be too soon.

Date of experience: November 11, 2025
South Carolina
1 review
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With the new calendar year approaching, we wanted to know what our COLA was going to be for the coming year for our personal. Budget purposes. ID.me outlined our current Social Security benefits and how much is deducted for Medicare. We will access the website again in a few weeks to obtain the 2026 Social Security benefits. Once you set-up your username and password, You can access ID.me any time. It does have a secondary verification for security.

Date of experience: November 11, 2025
Connecticut
1 review
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Life saving pursuit
November 21, 2025

The uninformed Veteran should not overlook a knowledgeable Veteran Service representative in their area to avoid grief and and mental exhaustion. My experience in this situation has changed my life entirely. I sleep beter without the stress.

Date of experience: November 11, 2025