Is My Data Secure?

All data is processed and stored exclusively on servers in Germany. The data exchanged by POSTIDENT and Renten Service is encrypted.

GDPR-compliant data processing and encrypted data storage in data centers in Germany.

What data is collected by POSTIDENT and what isn’t?

When you use digital proof of life, you agree to the photo-based use of POSTIDENT. POSTIDENT needs some of your personal data for the identification process.

The following data will be collected:

  • Last name
  • First and middle names
  • Name at birth
  • Date of birth
  • Street address and number, postal code and town/city (if this data is on your ID document)
  • Nationality
  • Type of ID
  • Issuing country
  • Validity

The following data will not be collected:

  • Eye color 
  • Place of birth
  • Gender
  • Height