NFC identity scan

Spot passport and ID fraud instantly

Use NFC to read embedded passport and ID chip data, adding an extra security layer without adding user friction.

Folio NFC identity scan reading passport chip data for secure verification

Stronger passport and ID verification with NFC

Detect forged documents

Go beyond visual checks by reading the secure RFID chip inside a passport or ID card, helping you reveal digitally altered or counterfeit documents quickly.

Automate passport checks

Use NFC to streamline passport verification, reduce manual review time, and focus human effort on spotting complex and high-risk fraud cases.

Boost user completion

Guide users through a simple, seamless NFC flow that increases successful scans and drives higher overall verification completion rates.

How it works

Key features

Securely read identity data from NFC-enabled passports and IDs with a fast, intuitive flow.

Powerful uses of NFC verification

KYC enhancement

Enable users in supported regions to verify their passports through NFC, strengthening your KYC process with secure, chip-based identity data.

Fraud prevention

Extract tamper-proof identity data from the RFID chip and verify the person through selfie matching, reducing the risk of forged or altered documents.

Step-up checks

Use NFC as an additional verification layer during risky actions or high-value transactions, adding assurance without disrupting the user journey.

Build a stronger identity layer

Talk with our team to see how Folio can elevate your verification flow and protect your users at every step.

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ID verification

Verify passports, ID cards, and other official documents.

Learn more: ID verification

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

Data source checks

Validate user information against trusted databases.

Learn more: Data source checks

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