Frequently Asked Questions

SkinID is a Swiss authentication platform that lets you replace your passwords, your keys, and your cards with a simple tap of your hand. A small chip placed under the skin works with our software to make everyday access seamless across all your devices and spaces.

You tap your hand near a reader, the same way you would tap a contactless card. It signs you into websites, opens compatible doors, and connects to the services you use. No phone, no card, no password needed.

Wherever NFC technology is available, which is most modern phones, laptops, payment terminals, and connected door systems. SkinID is designed to work across all major platforms: Mac, Windows, iPhone, Android, and the most used browsers.

A device can be lost, forgotten, or stolen. Your hand is always with you. The implant is the natural extension of the move from passwords to passkeys: instead of relying on something you remember or carry, your identity is simply part of you.

A trained body modification professional in a certified studio. We will publish a list of studios before launch. SkinID does not perform the insertion itself.

The chip is inserted by injection, not by surgery. A trained professional uses a specialized single-use injector, similar to the procedure used for piercings. The chip is placed just under the skin between the thumb and the index finger. No scalpel, no stitches, no recovery time beyond a small bandage for a day.

Almost invisible. The implant is the size of a grain of rice and placed under the skin between the thumb and the index finger. It is undetectable to airport metal detectors and X-ray scanners.

Yes, but you should inform your medical professional beforehand. Most modern MRIs are compatible with NFC implants encased in biocompatible glass, but specific cases (high-power MRI for certain examinations) may require additional precautions.

Your data belongs to you. SkinID is built on a zero knowledge architecture, meaning your information is encrypted in a way that only your implant can unlock. Nothing is sold, nothing is shared, and even our team cannot read your stored credentials.

Anyone who wants a simpler, more secure way to access their digital and physical life. Early users will likely be tech enthusiasts, professionals tired of passwords, and companies looking to modernize their access systems.

Yes. SkinID is designed for both individuals and teams. Companies can deploy it to replace badges, login screens, and physical keys, with a single management panel to control everyone's access.

SkinID is currently in pre-launch. You can reserve your spot today through the Pioneers program and be among the first to receive your implant and access at launch.

Visit the architecture and security pages for a full technical breakdown. They cover how the chip, the encryption, and the platform work together.