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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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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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1,446
value
1,178
shipping
639
returns
629
quality
1,154
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Texas
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Wonderful
April 17, 2023

Easy and fast
Just hope it's good this time as last time it didn't go through on the irs said of things

Date of experience: April 17, 2023
Washington
1 review
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Taxes for 2022
April 17, 2023

It was wonderful. Easy to understand while I was doing them

Date of experience: April 17, 2023
Arizona
1 review
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Safe & Secure
April 17, 2023

The system is a very well designed & developed system. One of the most efficient and user friendly online system I have ever used. Congrats to the team of developers!

Date of experience: April 17, 2023
Wisconsin
1 review
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Ok
May 17, 2023

Not the greatest site asked for pun didn't receive it or any info stated it be mailed but took my ID n a face screen privacy n security is not good on service

Date of experience: April 17, 2023
Tonja M. ID.me Rep
over a year old

Hello Heather! I am sorry to hear that you’re having trouble, and I appreciate you bringing it to our attention. Please email [email protected] for assistance with your verification. We are here to help. —T, ID.me

New York
1 review
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Help
May 17, 2023

I need my irs IP pin. What ever number I got here doesn't work.

Date of experience: April 17, 2023
Tonja M. ID.me Rep
over a year old

Hello Janet! I am sorry to hear that you’re having trouble, and I appreciate you bringing it to our attention. Please email [email protected] for assistance with your verification. We are here to help. —T, ID.me

Kentucky
1 review
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Easy
April 17, 2023

Fast and easy to navigate and very fast results easy to find

Date of experience: April 17, 2023
New Mexico
1 review
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ID.me review
April 17, 2023

Excellent! Most information was correct. Two way authentication worked well. It was fast, secure and I believe reliable.

Date of experience: April 17, 2023
Missouri
1 review
0 helpful votes
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Easy to use
April 17, 2023

Simple and easy to use while providing a good verification method.

Date of experience: April 17, 2023
Pennsylvania
1 review
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Dumb me!
April 17, 2023

Just make sure you put your face, all the way in the oval shape. Once you can see your face, it's done right.

Date of experience: April 17, 2023
Ohio
1 review
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Good
April 17, 2023

Good very fast and friendly my experience was very pleasant

Date of experience: April 17, 2023
Michigan
1 review
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Pin
April 17, 2023

Had some trouble at first.
The 3rd time I got where I needed to be. L8

Date of experience: April 17, 2023
California
1 review
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Good
April 17, 2023

Good fast. No complaints. Very detailed and very clear questions

Date of experience: April 17, 2023
South Carolina
1 review
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Need help
April 17, 2023

I need someone to get in touch with me *******668…………..

Date of experience: April 17, 2023
Illinois
1 review
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5 stars
April 17, 2023

It was ok it was a little hard but i got threw it well

Date of experience: April 17, 2023
Pennsylvania
1 review
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Professional & Thorough
April 17, 2023

I had a great experience with Janie.
She was approachable during our video chat.

Date of experience: April 17, 2023
Pennsylvania
1 review
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Unsatisfied
May 17, 2023

Can not get verified because I do not know how to down load m y drivers license
And send it to you. Is there another way?

Date of experience: April 17, 2023
Tonja M. ID.me Rep
over a year old

Hello Rodney! I am sorry to hear that you’re having trouble, and I appreciate you bringing it to our attention. Please email [email protected] for assistance with your verification. We are here to help. —T, ID.me

Florida
1 review
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Verified My ID For IRS
April 17, 2023

Very thorough! The process is straightforward, but a bit tedious which is probably unavoidable.

Date of experience: April 17, 2023
Florida
1 review
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All good
April 17, 2023

Happy with small the amount of time to complete the forms. Thanks

Date of experience: April 17, 2023
California
1 review
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Doesn't work
May 17, 2023

I'm stuck on the phone system for over an hour because the online system won't process my request. While I was writing this the call just dropped (I'm not making this up) RIP

Date of experience: April 17, 2023
Tonja M. ID.me Rep
over a year old

Hello Dary! I am sorry to hear that you’re having trouble, and I appreciate you bringing it to our attention. Please email [email protected] for assistance with your verification. We are here to help. —T, ID.me

Missouri
1 review
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Grateful
April 17, 2023

Attention.whit Professionalism
Everything well explained
I have no doubt

Date of experience: April 17, 2023