Selfie check

A selfie check requires the user to take a real-time photograph—sometimes with motion or blinking—to prevent spoofing. This image is matched to the photo on their submitted ID document to ensure consistency and presence.

It uses facial recognition and liveness detection to determine if the selfie is from a real, live person and if it matches the ID. AI algorithms analyze facial landmarks, lighting, motion, and depth. Some platforms also compare the selfie against known fraud databases.

Challenges include user resistance, poor camera quality, spoofing attempts using masks or deepfakes, and algorithmic bias. Legal issues around biometric data privacy (like GDPR and Illinois BIPA) also require careful handling of storage and user consent. --- ###