Data source checks

Verify users worldwide with trusted data sources

Instantly confirm the identity of users and meet regulatory requirements using Master Data matching.

Folio Data Source Checks interface verifying identity against global databases

Smarter global verification

Global coverage

Match user data with authoritative and issuing sources across more than forty countries to ensure reliable and consistent results.

Adaptive matching logic

Adjust matching rules to reach the right balance between fraud prevention and smooth user experience.

Unified data access

Connect to databases and issuing sources through a single platform so your team avoids stitching together scattered data.

How it works

Explore trusted databases and issuing sources

Authoritative databases

Verify user information against authoritative databases and issuing sources in more than 40 countries to ensure accuracy and compliance.

eCBSV

Match names, Social Security numbers, and birthdates against Social Security Administration records to identify risk signals such as synthetic identities or thin-file users.

DMV records (AAMVA)

Confirm the authenticity of US driver's licenses and IDs by checking user details against participating state DMV databases to detect fraudulent documents.

TIN verification

Validate a user's name and Taxpayer Identification Number by comparing the submitted data with IRS records to ensure identity accuracy.

Additional sources

If you need a specific data source that isn't listed, reach out to explore custom integrations and available options.

Key features

Broaden your reach, tailor your workflow, and create a smoother experience for your users

Where database checks make the biggest impact

Regulatory screening

Confirm users meet compliance requirements by matching their information against trusted databases and issuing sources.

Identity matching

Validate a user's identity by comparing their submitted details with authoritative records for greater confidence.

Adaptive verification

Fine tune friction in real time based on match results, helping you streamline trusted users and flag higher risk cases.

Let's build better identity verification

Talk to our team to explore how Folio can enhance your onboarding and verification experience.

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ID verification

Verify passports, ID cards, and other official documents.

Learn more: ID verification

NFC identity scan

Read secure chip data from compatible IDs and passports.

Learn more: NFC identity scan

Document intelligence

Extract and analyze data from submitted documents.

Learn more: Document intelligence

Face match

Compare a selfie to an official photo to confirm identity.

Learn more: Face match

Liveness check

Confirm that the user is physically present.

Learn more: Liveness check

Phone and email validation

Confirm ownership and detect risky contact details.

Learn more: Phone and email validation

Behavior insights

Device and usage patterns for added context.

Learn more: Behavior insights

Dynamic flow

Coordinate identity checks with flexible logic.

Learn more: Dynamic flow

Review workspace

Organize and resolve verification cases.

Learn more: Review workspace

Credential issuance

Create and deliver verifiable credentials to wallets.

Learn more: Credential issuance