Finland Enhances Online Transaction Security with New Identification Service
Strengthening Online Security for Foreign Businesses
In a bid to improve online security for businesses operating in Finland, the country’s public administration has introduced a new identity verification service. This service enables foreign citizens to securely log into e-services using their mobile devices.
What is the Finnish Authenticator Identification Service?
The Finnish Authenticator Identification Service is designed to provide an additional layer of security for companies with foreign representatives seeking to access various e-services. This service can be accessed through the Suomi.fi e-Authorizations platform, where users must register and obtain required mandates before initiating the identification process.
How Does it Work?
To use the new service, foreign citizens will need to:
- Download the Finnish Authenticator application from an app store
- Verify their identity by taking a photo of themselves and their official identity document
- Match the information in the identity document with the photo taken
Once registered, users can log into e-services using their unique user ID, password, and application PIN.
Additional Security Measures
The Finnish Authenticator Identification Service is not a strong electronic identification service but rather an additional security measure designed to enhance online transaction security for foreign businesses operating in Finland.
Guidelines for Taking Photos of Identity Documents
To ensure accurate identity verification, officials have issued guidelines for users to follow when taking photos of their identity documents and themselves. These guidelines include:
- Avoiding reflections and shadows on the document surface
- Not covering any part of the ID with fingers
- Taking the photo against a white background with the camera placed directly in front of the user’s face
The introduction of the Finnish Authenticator Identification Service comes as part of Finland’s efforts to strengthen online security for businesses operating in the country. This service will provide an additional layer of protection for companies with foreign representatives, helping to prevent identity theft and other forms of cybercrime.