Showcase Enhances ProTech ID Checker with Perfect IC Certification Navigation Feature

Navigating the Future of Online Identity Verification with ProTech ID Checker

In the evolving landscape of digital security, ensuring the authenticity of identity verification methods is paramount. Showcase Corporation, based in Minato, Tokyo, has developed a cutting-edge eKYC tool, ProTech ID Checker, which has recently been enhanced with a new feature known as the Perfect IC Certification Navigation. This innovative addition is aimed at removing the uncertainties that users face during online identity checks, thereby facilitating a seamless verification experience.

The Digital Shift in Identity Verification

With the rapid advancement of digital technology, the implementation of online identity verification (eKYC) is no longer limited to specific businesses mandated by the Anti-Money Laundering Act. Its adoption has expanded across various sectors to combat the increasing threat posed by identity fraud, especially from underground jobs and foreign crime rings engaged in counterfeit ID operations. To address these challenges, the Japanese government has mandated a shift towards utilizing the IC chip embedded in My Number cards, phasing out older verification methods that relied heavily on image submissions of documents like driver's licenses.

Addressing User Challenges

While the integration of My Number cards as a verification means has strengthened security, it has simultaneously introduced new challenges for users. Many individuals find themselves confused, often forgetting their passwords for electronic certificates or facing issues with the IC chip's readability. Common reasons cited for dropping out of the verification process include:
1. Forgetting the electronic certification password.
2. Inability to read the IC chip properly.
3. Lack of appropriate reading environment.
4. Not possessing a My Number card.

These hurdles have necessitated more intuitive solutions to streamline the user experience during the verification process.

Introducing Perfect IC Certification Navigation

To tackle these issues, the ProTech ID Checker has unveiled its new Perfect IC Certification Navigation feature. This tool automatically guides users to the most suitable verification method based on their personal circumstances, thereby minimizing confusion. Users are only required to follow the on-screen guidance to complete their identity verification without hassle.

For example, if a user has forgotten their electronic certificate password, the system will suggest alternative verification methods—such as making use of the IC chip along with facial recognition, or even conducting the verification in person. This dynamic approach greatly reduces the chances of users abandoning the verification process midway, enhancing overall completion rates.

Comprehensive eKYC Solutions

The ProTech ID Checker, provided by Showcase, is a SaaS solution that allows users to complete identity verification for various purposes—opening bank accounts, contracting mobile plans, or registering for services—entirely online. It supports official personal authentication using the My Number card’s IC chip alongside photo verification techniques (selfie recognition) to ensure effective identity checks through smartphones or web platforms. By incorporating advanced biometric technologies, AI assessments, and OCR for text recognition, the ProTech ID Checker boasts an impressive application completion rate exceeding 95%. This efficiency significantly reduces the risks of users abandoning the verification process due to complications.

Compliance with the Anti-Money Laundering Act and other regulations is fundamental to this service, which has been adopted by over 300 companies across diverse sectors including finance, secondhand goods trade, legal practices, and sharing services since its inception.

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New Heights in Identity Verification

Showcase continues to innovate in the realm of digital identity verification, committed to enhancing user experiences while bolstering security protocols. With features like Perfect IC Certification Navigation, ProTech ID Checker exemplifies the future of effortless and secure online identity verification.