At Verify My ID Live, we're dedicated to eradicating charity collection fraud in Ireland by providing a secure and transparent platform for verifying fundraisers' identities. Our commitment to data protection and privacy is unwavering, and we strictly adhere to all relevant Irish regulations to ensure the highest standards of security and compliance.

Data Protection and Privacy Compliance

As an Irish-based service, we fully comply with the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) and the Data Protection Act 2018. Our data protection measures include:

Data Protection by Design and Default:

We integrate data protection principles into all our systems and processes from the outset, ensuring that personal data is safeguarded at every stage.

Technical and Organisational Measures:

We employ advanced security technologies and maintain robust organisational policies to protect personal data against unauthorized access, alteration, or destruction.

Explicit User Consent:

We obtain clear and explicit consent from users before collecting and processing their personal data, in line with GDPR requirements.User Rights: We uphold users' rights to access, rectify, and erase their personal data, providing transparent and straightforward processes to facilitate these rights.

ID Document Verification

To ensure the authenticity of fundraisers, we require the submission of:

Government-Issued Photo Identification: Acceptable forms include passports and driver's licenses.

Proof of Address: Documents such as utility bills or bank statements dated within the last six months are accepted.

Personal Public Service Number (PPSN): This is verified against official databases to confirm identity.

These documents are cross-referenced with secure databases and the electoral register to ensure accuracy and legitimacy.

Secure Data Handling Practices

We prioritise the security of personal data through:

Encryption:

All personal data is encrypted both in transit and at rest, ensuring that information remains confidential and protected from unauthorised access.

Access Controls:

We implement strict access controls, ensuring that only authorized personnel can access sensitive data.

Regular Security Audits:

We conduct frequent security assessments to identify and address potential vulnerabilities in our systems.

Data Minimisation and Retention:

We collect only the data necessary for verification purposes and retain it only for as long as required by law or for the purposes for which it was collected.

Secure Data Disposal:

When data is no longer needed, we ensure its secure deletion or destruction in compliance with best practices and legal requirements.

Compliance with Fundraising Regulations

We align our practices with the Guidelines for Charitable Organisations on Fundraising from the Public, as issued by the Charities Regulator. This ensures that all fundraising activities conducted through our platform are transparent, accountable, and in line with Irish legal standards.

Commitment to Transparency and Trust

Our platform enables local business owners and the public to verify the credentials of fundraisers in real-time. By tapping the fundraiser's Verify My ID Tag with a smartphone or scanning a QR code, users can instantly view the live identity status of the fundraiser, including a star rating based on the verification documents provided.

By adhering to these stringent data protection and fundraising regulations, Verify My ID Live ensures a secure and trustworthy environment for all users, reinforcing public confidence in charitable collections across Ireland.

Join 'Verify My ID Live' and be part of the solution.

By signing up, you’ll help raise the standards of Ireland’s charity sector, restore public trust in face-to-face fundraising, and play a crucial role in eradicating charity collection fraud.

Together, we can ensure that every donation makes a real difference.