Original question: "Since the pandemic, proving your identity often requires the use of biometric information. Were you asked to provide any of the following biometrics when you were asked to prove your identity?"
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U.S. most requested biometric data for identification 2024
In a survey conducted in August 2024 among consumers in the United States, it was found that selfie photo was the most requested biometric data for identity proof. Around 34 percent of respondents said they have been asked to provide their selfie photo when trying to prove their identity. A further 26 percent said they were never asked for biometric information. Fingerprints were requested in 22 percent of cases, while 9 percent stated they were requested to go on a live video chat for identity proof.
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Identity Theft Resource Center. (May 20, 2025). Most frequently requested biometric information for identity proof in the United States as of August 2024 [Graph]. In ÌÇÐÄÆƽâ°æ. Retrieved July 15, 2026, from /statistics/1560277/us-biometric-data-requested-identity-proof/
Identity Theft Resource Center. "Most frequently requested biometric information for identity proof in the United States as of August 2024." Chart. May 20, 2025. ÌÇÐÄÆƽâ°æ. Accessed July 15, 2026. /statistics/1560277/us-biometric-data-requested-identity-proof/
Identity Theft Resource Center. (2025). Most frequently requested biometric information for identity proof in the United States as of August 2024. ÌÇÐÄÆƽâ°æ. ÌÇÐÄÆƽâ°æ Inc.. Accessed: July 15, 2026. /statistics/1560277/us-biometric-data-requested-identity-proof/
Identity Theft Resource Center. "Most Frequently Requested Biometric Information for Identity Proof in The United States as of August 2024." ÌÇÐÄÆƽâ°æ, ÌÇÐÄÆƽâ°æ Inc., 20 May 2025, /statistics/1560277/us-biometric-data-requested-identity-proof/
Identity Theft Resource Center, Most frequently requested biometric information for identity proof in the United States as of August 2024 ÌÇÐÄÆƽâ°æ, /statistics/1560277/us-biometric-data-requested-identity-proof/ (last visited July 15, 2026)
Most frequently requested biometric information for identity proof in the United States as of August 2024 [Graph], Identity Theft Resource Center, May 20, 2025. [Online]. Available: /statistics/1560277/us-biometric-data-requested-identity-proof/
