Overview
World App now allows you to add and see different types of Credentials in your World ID tab (where available).
The Credentials feature allows you to securely verify and store information (e.g. your passport or national ID) on your phone through World App. You can use this information via the Zero Knowledge World ID protocol to selectively reveal something about yourself without revealing who you are. This can, for instance, be used to prove that you are over 18 years of age without revealing your date of birth or anything else about you.
Credential Types
Government IDs
You can add a valid passport or national ID with an NFC chip as a Credential. The passport must display the following symbol on its cover to be eligible:
To add a passport:
- Open the World ID tab and tap on Add Credential
- Select Government ID, then Passport or National ID
- Follow the instructions on screen to either scan the passport, or enter its details manually
- Once the ID has been verified, you will see a confirmation screen
Frequently Asked Questions
What forms of ID can be used to secure World ID Credentials?
At this time, physical NFC-enabled passport and National IDs can be used for the new World ID Credentials. Additional forms of ID will be supported in the future.
Are Verified Passport holders eligible for Worldcoin token airdrops?
Yes, World Foundation is making WLD airdrops available to individuals with a verified World ID credential. These airdrops are separate from those that can be claimed by Orb-verified World ID holders; individuals can claim both airdrop types if they have an Orb and Passport or National ID verification (where available).
Where does World store data collected during the World ID verification process?
All information required for Verified Passport or National ID Credentials remains on the World ID holder’s phone, and nowhere else, as part of the individual’s Personal Custody Package. With Verified Passport or National ID Credentials, this encrypted information includes name, age and photo.
Neither World Foundation nor TFH have access to or retain any images or data related to your government ID.
Who has access to my data that is used to validate or verify my World ID Credentials?
Only the World ID holder has access to this information, which remains on the World ID holder’s phone and is not shared with TFH, World Foundation, or any other third party.
Are World ID Credentials supported by passports from all countries?
For now, World ID Credentials are available to individuals with NFC-enabled passports or national ID from select countries including Chile, Colombia, Malaysia, and South Korea. We will continue rolling this technology out to countries on an ongoing basis.
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