This article describes how to upload your ID for the verification process as a signer on a document. This process can be done before meeting with the notary or when instructed to complete a retake.
Who this is for
The information and/or process below applies to all users on the Proof platform.
Best practices
- Make sure the room is bright enough to illuminate the ID.
- Use natural light if possible.
- Hold the ID still so the photo isn't blurry.
- Make sure the ID does not have glare on it from any lights in the room.
- Ensure all 4 corners of the ID are within the frame.
Capture photos of your ID
- Select the country where your ID is from in the dropdown menu.
- Click the radio button next to the type of ID you're uploading.
- Click Take photo.
- Align your ID within the frame and click Take photo to take capture a clear photo of the front of your ID.
- Click Confirm and continue (or click Re-take photo to take the photo again).
- Click Take photo to capture a clear photo of the back of your ID:
- Applies to primary IDs only.
- Click Confirm and continue (or click Re-take photo to take the photo again).