User takes a selfie
Biometric verification confirms a real person is present, blocking photos, masks, and replay attacks.
FAQS
What is biometric verification and how does it work?
Biometric verification is the process of confirming a person’s identity using unique physical traits like a face or fingerprint. In biometric identity verification, a user captures a live biometric sample, such as in the form of a selfie, that is compared against a trusted source like a government ID. Advanced systems use liveness detection to ensure the user is physically present, enabling secure biometric verification.
Why should businesses combine biometric verification with other identity signals?
While biometric verification is highly secure, combining it with other identity signals—such as device data and document verification—creates a stronger, layered defense against fraud. This multi-signal approach reduces risk from spoofing or synthetic identities while improving accuracy. Biometric verification becomes even more effective when it’s part of a broader identity verification strategy.
What is PAD2 certification and why does it matter for biometric verification?
PAD2 certification refers to a high standard of presentation attack detection, ensuring biometric systems can detect spoofing attempts like photos, videos, or masks. For biometric verification, this means stronger protection against fraud and greater trust in remote identity checks. Businesses relying on biometric verification online benefit from PAD2-certified systems to meet security and compliance expectations.
How does CLEAR1 use biometric verification within its multi-layered approach?
CLEAR1 integrates biometric verification into a multi-layered identity framework that combines biometrics with document checks, corroboration against verified data sources, and device security signals. This approach strengthens biometric identity verification by validating users across hundreds of signals. The result, for both businesses and end users, is high-assurance identity verification with a seamless biometric verification experience that’s as simple as taking a selfie.
Can biometric verification be used for both customer onboarding and ongoing re-verification?
Yes, biometric verification can support both initial onboarding and ongoing re-verification throughout the user lifecycle. During onboarding, biometric identity verification helps confirm a user is who they claim to be, while ongoing biometric verification online enables secure re-authentication for account access or high-risk actions. With CLEAR, after a quick, one-time setup, returning users can re-verify in seconds with just a selfie.
