Robert ArnessonPassportReader is an API for verifying passports, ID cards, and digital credentials using NFC and cryptographic validation. Most identity systems check if a document looks real. PassportReader verifies that it is real, by reading secure chips and validating signatures. Built for developers and identity platforms that need reliable verification without building complex infrastructure.
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Something like LinkedIn, where you need to attach your passport to your phone?
Powerful product, congrats. Seems like integration into fintechs for id verification could be a strong vertical for you.
Hey Robert, that distinction between does it look real versus is it actually real is a big one most people probably don’t think about. Was there a specific moment where you saw visual checks fail or realized how easy it is to pass something that looks legit but isn’t?
Does that mean i finally dont have to take a blurry selfie holding my passport next to my face like a hostage or a prisoner?:D
About PassportReader on Product Hunt
“Verify passports, ID cards, and digital credentials via API”
PassportReader launched on Product Hunt on April 8th, 2026 and earned 117 upvotes and 8 comments, placing #9 on the daily leaderboard. PassportReader is an API for verifying passports, ID cards, and digital credentials using NFC and cryptographic validation. Most identity systems check if a document looks real. PassportReader verifies that it is real, by reading secure chips and validating signatures. Built for developers and identity platforms that need reliable verification without building complex infrastructure.
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Hi Product Hunt! 👋
Thrilled to launch PassportReader today! 🚀
Most identity verification relies on visual checks only (does it look real?), rather than actually verifying that the document is real.
We built PassportReader to change that.
PassportReader reads the NFC chip in passports and ID cards, validates the cryptographic signatures, and returns structured identity data via a simple API.
We’re now extending this to digital credentials as well (mDL, EUDI wallets).
Would love feedback, especially from anyone building onboarding, KYC, or identity flows.
Happy to answer any technical questions!