Caller Authentication

Verify callers faster with eIDs

Let your agents initiate eID authentication directly from your system for callers to approve on their own device

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Make calls safer for you and your customers

 

Secure and simple by design

Strengthen verification

eID authentication provides stronger identity verification than traditional methods like security questions

Protect callers from scams

Caller authentication lets users confirm they're speaking with a real representative

Authenticate without interruptions

With CIBA, agents initiate verification and users approve directly without additional interactions

eIDs that support Caller Authentication

Authenticate callers with trusted European eIDs.

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Danish MitID

Collect Danish addresses from Det Centrale Personregister.

Learn more about MitID

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Norwegian BankID

Collect Norwegian addresses from the Norwegian Tax Administration (Skatteetaten).

Learn more about Norwegian BankID

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Swedish BankID

Collect Swedish addresses from Statens personadressregister (SPAR).

Learn more about Swedish BankID

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Freja eID

Freja is an international eID, based in Sweden. With Freja, you can authenticate any user that has a passport from a country that issues them with a biometric chip. Today, that's 167 countries.

Learn more about how to integrate Freja.

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Vipps MobilePay

Vipps MobilePay is a digital identity embedded in the hugely popular peer-to-peer payment app, Vipps MobilePay.  Vipps MobilePay provides a smooth authentication and identification experience using the most popular consumer app in Norway.

Learn more about Vipps MobilePay

Caller Authentication

Choose the right implementation

Whenever the customer calls, you must be able to verify their identity without unnecessary friction.

Here are three ways to implement Caller Authentication:

Platform Integration

The fastest path to go live

Bring strong authentication directly into your existing contact center and chat platform.

You get:

  • Verification with eIDs
  • Verification before or during the conversation

Why pick this:

  • Reduce the risk of scams
  • Avoid security questions
  • Shorten handling times
  • Integrate into your existing workflows
  • Implement quickly

Best for:
Organizations with an established CX or contact center platform that want a proven, scalable solution.

API Integration

Implement on your own

Build authentication directly into your own flows via API with full flexibility and control.

You get:

  • CIBA flow via our API
  • Verification with eIDs
  • Full architectural flexibility

Why pick this:

  • Retain maximum technical control
  • Create customized workflows
  • Integrate on your own terms

Best for:
Companies with in-house development teams and specific requirements for how data moves through their systems.

Partner Package

Tailored implementation

We design and configure Caller Authentication together with you and your team.

You get:

  • Platform integration
  • Customized flows and security levels
  • Advice on processes, governance, and compliance
  • Dedicated onboarding

Why pick this:

  • Implement quickly and securely
  • Tailor the solution to complex requirements
  • Get strategic guidance across channels

Best for:
Larger organizations with multiple systems and high regulatory requirements, or technical providers with many CX customers.

Flexibility comes as standard

Choose one method or combine them. Our solution detects which eIDs the customer has and adapts the flow to each individual customer.

Caller Authentication adapts to your security level. Not the other way around.

 

Frequently asked questions

What is Caller Authentication?

Caller Authentication lets service representatives and contact centers verify a customer's identity during a phone call.

The agent starts an eID authentication, and the customer completes it on their own device using an eID such as Danish MitID, Swedish BankID, Norwegian BankID, and so on.

Learn how eID caller authentication works →

What are the benefits of Caller Authentication?

Caller Authentication with eIDs helps reduce identity fraud and the time agents spend verifying callers. Customers can use a familiar app instead of answering security questions or sharing sensitive personal details.

Explore the benefits of caller authentication →

How does eID Caller Authentication compare to traditional verification methods?

eID Caller Authentication lets callers verify their identity through their own eID app.

This makes it more secure than traditional methods like security questions and national ID numbers, which rely on information that others may know or obtain.

Compare caller verification methods →

Can I verify new customers as well as existing ones?

Yes!

With eID Caller Authentication, you don't need an existing customer record to verify someone's identity. All the caller needs is a supported eID.

Which eIDs do you support Caller Authentication?
We support Caller Authentication with many popular eIDs, including:
  • Danish MitID
  • Swedish BankID
  • Norwegian BankID
  • Freja eID
  • Vipps MobilePay

The caller can use a supported eID app on their own device to approve the authentication request during a call.

See all supported eIDs and setup requirements →
How do I add Caller Authentication to my system?

You have three options:

  • Platform integration: Add eID verification to your existing contact center or chat platform.
  • API integration: Build caller authentication into your own flows via our API.
  • Partner package: Work with us on a tailored setup.

For direct API integration, follow our technical implementation guide.

Learn more about Caller Authentication

Get up to speed with our latest blog posts

Why Is Caller Authentication Especially Important Right Now?

Why Is Caller Authentication Especially Important Right Now?

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How Exactly Does Caller Authentication Work?

How Exactly Does Caller Authentication Work?

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