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Onfido is an AI-powered identity verification platform that helps businesses securely onboard customers while preventing fraud. The tool works by allowing users to scan their government-issued IDs using a smartphone camera, then uses computer vision and machine learning to authenticate the document's validity. Simultaneously, it captures a selfie video for facial biometric matching, comparing the live person to the photo on the ID document to ensure they're the same individual.

What sets Onfido apart is its comprehensive approach to identity verification. The platform combines multiple verification methods—document checking, biometric analysis, and database validation—into customizable workflows that can be tailored to different risk levels and regulatory requirements. It supports over 2,500 document types from 195 countries, and its AI models continuously learn from verification patterns to improve accuracy and detect emerging fraud techniques. The no-code workflow studio allows businesses to design verification journeys without technical expertise.

This solution primarily benefits financial institutions, gig economy platforms, and e-commerce companies that need to verify customer identities remotely while meeting strict compliance requirements. Real-world applications include bank account openings, loan applications, age verification for regulated goods, and secure access to digital services. Government agencies also use it for citizen onboarding and travel authorization programs, making it versatile for both commercial and public sector identity needs.