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The GOV.UK ID Check app is like a super safe way to prove who you are on the internet and get into some government stuff. To use it, you gotta have a legit UK photocard driving licence, passport with a fancy biometric chip, or biometric residence permit. You also need an Android phone that's version 10 or newer and a place with good lighting to take a killer photo.

So here's how the app does its thing: it basically checks if your face matches your photo ID. If you've got a driving license, just snap a pic of it and scan your beautiful face with your phone. But if you're rocking a passport or BRP, you gotta do a bit more. Take a pic of that bad boy, then use your phone to scan the biometric chip and your gorgeous face too. But hey, remember this app only helps confirm who you really are. Once it's done its magic, just hop back onto the government website you were using to see the results of your identity check. Easy peasy!

When you're using the app, it's super important to think about privacy and security. Don't worry though, your personal info won't be stored in the app or on your phone after you're done with it. The app collects your data in a safe way and gets rid of it when it's not needed anymore. So, you can relax knowing that your personal stuff is protected and won't fall into the wrong hands.

The GOV.UK ID Check app is super handy and totally safe for proving who you are online and getting into government services. Just do what it tells you and use a legit photo ID, and you can use the app knowing your personal deets are all locked up tight.

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Securely confirm your identity for select government services