Biometrics
Transform security and user experience through HID’s advanced biometric authentication technologies.
Harnessing our unique biological traits, biometric authentication offers an easy-to-use, hard-to-cheat solution that reduces risks from lost credentials, forgotten passwords and unauthorized sharing. HID’s proven biometric technology portfolio enhances security and optimizes efficiency while creating seamless user experiences in any industry, from air travel and banking to healthcare, retail, government and law enforcement.
Convenient, Secure Authentication — Anywhere
HID’s comprehensive range of biometric technologies is designed to deliver precise, reliable identity verification for a wide variety of specific applications and environments.
Facial Recognition Camera System
Ensure high-quality image capture and edge processing for instantsecure, fast and accurate identification in any environment.
Single Finger USB Desktop Readers
Enable compact and versatile fingerprint enrollment, capture and authentication.
Single Finger OEM Modules
Seamlessly integrate fingerprint authentication into third-party devices.
Tenprint, Dual Finger & Palm Scanners
Capture high-resolution images for background checks, criminal booking and government applications.
Livescan
Deliver superior image quality for the highest match rates while streamlining workflow.
Mobile Biometric Readers
Allow fast, secure identification in the field through rugged portable devices.
HID® NCITE® Suite
Deliver cutting-edge, automated ID proofing, background checks and visitor management for the U.S. government.
Biometric Software
Enable fast, secure biometric data capture and transmission for government applications.
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Success Stories
What used to take 4 to 5 days is now done in minutes using the BioKit system and HID fingerprint technology... strengthening our country’s overall identity system and ability to bring about justice faster and smarter.
People moving through borders really appreciate the efficiency provided by this Autogate system with facial recognition. Wait queues are now drastically decreased and passengers are empowered by the fast and convenient self-service process that has them on their way in a matter of seconds.
The enrollment phase went much faster than we expected mainly because of the performance and accuracy of the HID Lumidigm® multispectral imaging technology. This technology enabled the bank to get very good enrollment data, very quickly.
Complete Biometric Authentication for Every Environment
HID® ArcID™ Enrollment
Improved security, enhanced privacy, lower cost of ownership
HID® ArcID™ Identity Management
Identity record management software for biometric enrollment solutions
HID® ArcID™ Mobile
Rapid ID solution for law enforcement
HID® ArcID™ Store and Forward
Centralized electronic fingerprint transmission (EFT) record management
HID® BioCore Middleware
Middleware tools for developing biometric enrollment applications
HID® DigitalPersona® 4500 Fingerprint Module
Optical USB OEM fingerprint module
HID® DigitalPersona® 4500 Fingerprint Reader
Optical USB fingerprint reader
HID® DigitalPersona® 5200 Fingerprint Module
FBI PIV, FAP 20 certified USB OEM fingerprint module
HID® DigitalPersona® 5200 Fingerprint Reader
FIPS 201/PIV, FAP 20 certified USB fingerprint reader
HID® DigitalPersona® 5300 Fingerprint Reader
FBI PIV, FAP 30 certified USB fingerprint reader
HID® DigitalPersona® 5300 Module
FBI PIV, FAP 30 certified USB OEM fingerprint module
HID® EikonTouch™ TC510 Fingerprint Reader
Capacitive silicon USB fingerprint reader with enhanced usability and durability
Frequently Asked Questions
1. How does biometric authentication enhance security across different industries?
Biometric authentication uses unique physical characteristics to verify identities, making it ideal for applications from banking and healthcare to border control and beyond. The technology prevents credential sharing while enabling fast, accurate verification.
2. What makes HID’s image capture technology superior?
HID’s biometric capture devices deliver exceptional image quality through advanced technologies like edge processing and presentation attack detection. This ensures accurate matching even in challenging conditions with varying lighting or backgrounds.
3. How do mobile biometrics maintain security in the field?
HID’s mobile biometric readers combine rugged design with high-quality capture capabilities, enabling reliable identification anywhere. These portable devices maintain security standards while offering flexibility for applications like law enforcement and border control.
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