GOV.UK ID Check

Securely confirm your identity for select government services
"GOV.UK ID Check" is a secure Android app designed to confirm your identity for government services. It matches your face with your photo ID, supporting various identification types such as UK driving licenses and passports. With privacy at its core, the app ensures your personal information is not stored after use. Designed for Android 10 or higher, it provides a user-friendly experience in verifying your identity safely and efficiently.
Version:
1.18.0 (Last updated: 2025-03-05)
Version code:
1733318810
Creation date:
2022-10-28
Permissions:
  • android.permission.ACCESS_ADSERVICES_AD_ID
  • android.permission.ACCESS_ADSERVICES_ATTRIBUTION
  • android.permission.ACCESS_NETWORK_STATE
  • android.permission.CAMERA
  • android.permission.INTERNET
  • android.permission.NFC
  • android.permission.VIBRATE
  • android.permission.WAKE_LOCK
  • com.google.android.finsky.permission.BIND_GET_INSTALL_REFERRER_SERVICE
  • uk.gov.documentchecking.DYNAMIC_RECEIVER_NOT_EXPORTED_PERMISSION
  • See more
Size:
41.57M
Full description:
See detailed description
Updated:
17 hours ago

Ranking

User reviews

Pros
  • Initially works smoothly once linked to the website
  • Clear instructions for the identification process
  • Fast syncing with laptop sessions for ID checks
  • Convenient and avoids typing in many details
  • Easy to use after initial setup issues
Cons
  • Frequent technical issues preventing successful setup
  • Camera operation instructions lack clarity
  • Problems with QR code functionality
  • Incompatibility or issues with default browsers like Firefox
  • Poor recognition of certain facial features
Most mentioned
  • Frequent requirement to restart the app or session
  • Difficulties linking the app with the GOV.UK website
  • Need for precise positioning during face scan
  • Issues with the app timing out or failing to recognize details
  • Unclear instructions leading to confusion during the process
These summaries are automatically generated weekly using AI based on recent user reviews. User reviews may be inaccurate, spammy, or outdated.
User reviews
Amazing in theory, abysmal in practice. I've been going around in circles just trying to link the app with my account! One week later and I'm unable to authenticate myself using my fancy new passport. The app simply gives up, much like the website. Please sort this out, as it would be amazing for everyone if it simply worked as designed!
by Sanyamatma, 2025-01-27

Top many tries to get it to work. Finally worked when I switched to starting the process from my computer. It should say the restrictions, e.g. if it's better to start from the computer so people don't spend time trying to make it work from the mobile phone browser
by thisgmailaccount, 2025-01-23
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