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Yoti in 2022

A look back on 2022

In a year where life feels like it’s in full flow again, so does Yoti! We continue to be the most downloaded Digital ID in the world, but that’s just half the story of our 2022.  We’ve been busy teaming up with some of the world’s biggest social media platforms, got ourselves accepted in cinemas across the UK, and became the first certified digital identity service provider under the UK Digital Identity & Attributes Trust Framework for Right to Work, Right to Rent and criminal records checks. That and much more! Here’s a look back on what’s been going on

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How the Safety Tech industry is creating a safer internet

With an ever-growing need to protect people online, we’re proud to be working with the Safety Tech industry. We’ve taken a look at just how this industry is going about such important, sensitive work online.    What is the Safety Tech industry? It provides innovative technology to protect people online, collaborating with organisations in this sector that share a commitment to improving online safety.  Safety Tech providers develop technology and solutions to create safer experiences and combat harmful content, contact or conduct. Whether it’s verifying the age of users, providing parental consent for when children are online, or advising and

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Life without a Digital ID

We use our phones for more than just a phone call. They’re our wallet, radio, encyclopaedia, and personal cinema. If we can do almost everything with our phones, why not use them as our ID?  A Digital ID is your ID on your phone and your data in your hands, replacing your physical documents, and giving you a smarter way to show your ID. Once you’ve created it, you’ll be ready to prove your age, protect your passwords and connect with confidence online.  With the popularity of Digital IDs continuing to grow and being accepted in more places, it becomes

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Myth busting age verification

When we’re asked to prove our age we typically show an ID document, like a passport or driving licence. In some instances, we may even show a credit card. But doing so results in us revealing a lot of personal information, like our full name, address or passport number. If a business needs to know we’re the right age for something, that should just be a yes or no answer. We shouldn’t need to share any personal information to prove we’re the right age.  A new chapter is beginning though. One where we can prove our age, without risking our

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How to stay safe online

With a new scam popping up every week, it’s never been more important to stay safe online.  Here are some top tips for how to protect yourself and increase the security of your personal data.    How to spot a fake email One of the most common scams involves criminals sending fraudulent emails and SMS that claim to be from a well-known company. This is known as ‘phishing’. These messages often link to fake websites and trick you into sharing personal and sensitive information.    Here’s some helpful tips on how to spot a fake email Fraudulent emails often contain

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Why you shouldn’t keep your passport picture on your phone

When we think of passports, we typically think of holidays and going abroad. But many people use them as their main form of identification, whether it’s getting into nightclubs, buying age-restricted items at the supermarket or proving their identity when buying a house.  To make your life easier, you might store a picture of your passport on your phone, hidden away amongst your holiday snaps or the latest photo of your food, but did you know this puts your identity at risk?   Exposing yourself to identity theft: Having your passport in your photos might be handy for when you

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