Airside Digital Identity

Airside Digital Identity is a mobile-based digital identity platform that enables users to verify, store, and share their identity credentials through a decentralized architecture. Launched in 2023 and acquired by Onfido in May 2023, the platform implements a Self-Sovereign Identity model where users maintain control over their personal data through consent-driven sharing.

The platform's core technical infrastructure uses a decentralized data architecture that stores encrypted identity credentials locally on users' devices rather than in centralized databases. It supports verification of official documents like passports and driver's licenses through NFC reading capabilities and facial biometrics. Notable implementations include integration with the Transportation Security Administration's Digital ID program and partnerships with major airlines like American Airlines and Alaska Airlines for expedited security screening. The system adheres to standards like NIST 800-63-3 (IAL2) for identity proofing.

Key features include:

• Biometric verification through facial recognition
• Document verification via NFC chip reading
• Consent-based sharing with time-bound access controls
• Integration with TSA PreCheck and airline systems
• Support for both iOS and Android platforms

The platform has gained significant adoption in the travel sector, with over 12 million users and implementations at major U.S. airports. In 2024, Entrust acquired both Onfido and Airside to further expand the platform's capabilities in digital identity verification and management.