iris recognition

Ocular identity verification

Iris recognition is a biometric identification method that uses the unique patterns in a person's iris—the colored ring around the pupil—to verify identity.

Like fingerprints, iris patterns are distinctive enough to distinguish individuals with high accuracy.

The technology is used in security systems, border control, and smartphone authentication: The airport uses iris recognition for expedited screening.

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scan · pupil · retina · security · security checkpoint · authentication · pattern · unique · camera · identity · verification · access · access control · gaze · unlock · fingerprint · database · airport

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biometric modality

iris recognitionfingerprinting

Recording unique digit patterns

fingerprint recognition · fingerprint scanning · voice recognition · facial recognition · DNA analysis

identification method

iris recognitionPIN verification

Confirming a secret number

security questions · access card · visual inspection · document verification

authentication method type

iris recognitionsecurity questions

Identity verification prompts

two-factor authentication · passphrase

Family

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Used worldwide · Timeless · Rated G