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SwissID App

The SwissID App is the perfect companion for when you’re out and about. Simply have your identity verified once using the app and then unlock the full potential of your SwissID.

Download the SwissID App for free

Link to app in the Apple Store. Link to app on Google Play.

The features and advantages of the SwissID App

Online identification

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  • Free online identity verification 24/7
  • Scan an identity document using your mobile phone and verify your identity by taking a selfie
  • Enables access to SwissID Sign and the electronic patient record (EPR)
  • Also enables access to online portals that require proof of identity

Electronic signature

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  • Add legally valid signatures to documents around the clock (according to the Swiss Federal Act on Electronic Signatures (ESigA))
  • Automatic notification on receipt of new documents
  • Easy access to your signed documents

Two-factor authentication

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  • Increased security for your SwissID account
  • Simple confirmation of login requests
  • Overview of your login activities with the app

In-app services

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  • Order a debt collection register extract for repeated use the easy way – online – and receive it by email
  • Take out cyber insurance directly via the app

Frequently asked questions (FAQ)

Do you still have questions about the SwissID App? We have summarised the most important information for you in our FAQ.

Go to FAQs