LinkedIn, the professional social networking platform, has introduced its identity verification feature for users in India.
Verification Process
Ashutosh Gupta, Country Manager at LinkedIn India, announced the new feature in a blog post. He explained that ID verification involves the validation of an individual’s government-issued ID by one of LinkedIn’s verification partners.
Third-Party Service
In India, HyperVerge, a third-party identity verification service, is responsible for handling ID verification. HyperVerge utilizes DigiLocker, an online platform for storing Indian government-issued IDs such as the Aadhaar Card, to facilitate this process.
Eligibility Criteria
The ID verification feature is available to users with a valid Aadhaar number and an Indian phone number.
Benefits of Verification
Gupta emphasized that by verifying their identity on LinkedIn, users increase their credibility and enhance their chances of discovering relevant professional opportunities within their community.
Data Privacy Measures
He reassured users that LinkedIn does not have access to any sensitive data from their Aadhaar cards. Additionally, for individuals without an Aadhaar card, alternative verification methods are available. Users can opt to verify their identity using their work email or workplace credentials.
Global Expansion
Initially launched in the United States in April, the ID verification feature is now being introduced in India, with plans for further expansion to other regions in the near future.
