More and more often we hearSPID, which has become, among other things, the main access data to the portal INPSas of October 1, 2020, but what isSPID And what is this for? how can you request.
The path has been laid out and has the purpose of integrating all the services so that citizens can access all the services of the Public Administration as well as the participating private entities from their own homes.
With this dedicated article we will try to shed some light onPublic Digital Identity System: we will see what it is, how to get it and what are the advantages.
How to Request and Obtain the SPID(Public digital identity system)
Established in 2013 byAGIDandGovernmentand activated in 2016, the SPID, acronym forPublic digital identity system, is what allows Italian citizens to directly access the services of the Public Administration and the private entities that link them Online with a singledigital identity(username and password), which can be used from any device connected to the Internet.
The use ofSPID Siempre free as well as request it although if you decide to do it through recognition via webcam, the service provider (Supplier) you can request payment for this additional service.
With the SPID it will be possible to manage health reservations, school and university enrollments, commercial practices as well as having access to the public Wi-Fi network, comfortably from home or from any other place with an internet connection.
In addition, the SPID system ensures the total protection of your personal data, thus guaranteeing our Privacy, through the prohibition ofService providers to maintain user data received from the identity providersand it is absolutely forbidden to track the activities of an individual.
Public administrations and private entities adhered to thePublic Digital Identity System, expose the SPID access button as highlighted below.
SPID security
It is presented to users according to three security levels that will preferably be defined during the service activation phase (it is still possible to add it also at a later time):
- Top-notch security: Access to online services by entering a username and password chosen by the user.
- Second level security: Dedicated to services that require a higher degree of security and through which access is made through a username and password chosen by the user, to which is added the generation of a temporary access code that can be used through a dedicated device or app.
- Third level security: In this case the use of additional security solutions and physical devices provided by the Provider is foreseen.
Who can request it
SPIDcan be requested, free of charge, exclusively by Italian citizensoldresiding in Italy or abroad.
For the application you need:
- A valid e-mail address;
- the usual mobile number;
- a valid identity document (passport, identity card, …);
- health card with tax code.
How to request the SPID
To get itSPID you must first choose anIdentity provider(Aruba ID, Infocert ID, Poste Italiane ID, Tim ID, …) and register on the site by following 3 easy steps:
- Insertion of your personal information;
- Credential creation SPID;
- Carrying out the reconnaissance that can be done by YOU,CNSOdigital company.
The launch times of theSPIDThey depend on service managers.
Choice of provider
My advice is to choose a provider with which other services have already been activated, for example thePEC, to have a single and simplified service management flow.
However, in your choice, it is good to consider the following factors:
- proposed security level (not all operators offer all 3 security levels);
- if you live abroad, pay attention to who offers the service abroad;
- using theYOU,CNSand digital signature you can get itSPIDdaremote; if recognition is done throughYOUOCNSthe use of a is requiredlettore smart cardto connect to the pc.
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Loss of SPID
In case of own lossSPIDno need to worry: eachSupplierin fact, it provides a procedure that allows you to recover your own digital identity in a short time.
To know how eachSupplierallows you to recover your digital identity, simply connect to the HelpDesk page of the government site, choose your ownIdentity provider, click on the corresponding link and follow the procedure described.
SPID benefits
As always happens when a project that involves multiple users is started, in this case the entire Italian population, criticalities are not lacking but here I would like to focus on the advantages of this system, which I think can contribute moreintelligentedintegrated.
The Public digital identity systemallows, in fact, to simplify the lives of citizens and companies in the interaction with the Public Administration and with private service providers, allowing access to a wide range of online services thanks to asingle sign-on.
A single login will allow, in fact, to obtain personal certificates, blood tests, access payment services, have the pension statement. The SPID is also designed to increase transparency in the management of your data and to provide services according to the principle of minimum data.
The best SPID providers
1) ARUBA ID
ArubaIt has four methods to request the SPID.
A) byremote digital signature (free): Download the ad Aruba ID, sign with your digital signature and signed recharge; therefore, only a valid digital signature is required;
B) withHealth insurance cardOCNS (free): You must enter your Health insurance cardwithCNS or yourNational service cardon the smart card reader connected to your computer. You need:
- a smart card reader;
- The PIN;
- the Health Card or CNS.
C) withElectronic Identity Card–YOU (free): You must bring your CIE closer to a NFC readercontactless. If you need say:
- Valid CIE version 3.0;
- CIE PIN;
- a contactless NFC reader.
RE)recognition in person(cost of€ 5,00): at one of the affiliated branches.
2) InfoCert ID
InfoCertprovides four ways to apply forSPID:
A) in line withdigital companyactive (free) for which are required:
A digital or remote signature device;
- a special reader if the digital signature is activatedElectronic card;
- a valid identity document;
- the Health Card.
B) child onlineCNSActive (free) (National Service Card) for which it is requested
- the CNS;
- a smart card reader;
- a valid identity document;
- the Health Card.
C) child onlineVideo recognition( at the expense of15,99 € + VAT) for which are required:
- a valid identity document;
- the Health Card;
- a computer, tablet or smartphone with Webcam.
RE)recognition in personin an InfoCert Point and you need:
- a valid identity document;
- Health insurance card.
3) POST ID
Poste Italiane IDprovides seven ways to requestSPID:
A)In-person recognition– You must register on the Poste Italiane ID site and have on hand:
- Your e-mail;
- your phone number;
- the Health Card;
- a valid identity document.
B) withElectronic document(CIE or electronic passport): you must register in the AppPOSITION IDavailable for Android and for iPhone on devices that have technologyNFC. Are required:
- the CIE or the Electronic Passport;
- the Health Card;
- the Post ID app.
C)with SMSon certified mobile phone: is aimed at account holdersBancoPostaOAmerican Expressthat they have certified their mobile number; you have to register by entering your credentialsposte.itand the verification code that you receive in the certified mobile number. Therefore you need:
- the post.it credentials;
- a certified mobile number;
- An e-mail address.
D) withBancoposta reader: is aimed at ownersBancoPostaand letterPostamat; you must register with yoursposte.it credentialsandVerification codedisplayed on the player. Therefore, the following is necessary:
- the post.it credentials;
- An e-mail address;
- a BancoPosta and Postamat reader;
- a mobile number.
And withCNS– You must register by connecting the smart card reader or USB key to your computer, for example, entering the PIN when prompted. You need:
- Lettore Smart Card;
- CNS;
- Email address;
- Cell phone number;
- Health insurance card;
- valid identity document.
F)with digital signature– You must register and use the digital signature to sign the application form. You need:
- digital company;
- Email address;
- Cell phone number;
- Health insurance card;
- valid identity document.
G) withrecognition in person: if you have started the request in onePublic deskYou can complete your registration using the activation code received and, if you have one, the activation packet received at your email address. Therefore, the following is required:
- the activation code;
- An e-mail address;
- the Fiscal Code;
- the activation package;
- your phone number.
4) TIM ID
TIM ID: applicationSPIDprovides four recognition methods:
A)with CNS or Health Card( free ); you need:
National service card;
- Health insurance card;
- PC with smart card reader.
B) In-person recognition(free): you have to make an appointment and go to Tim’s office closest to those available. You need to have with you:
- a valid identity document;
- the Health Card;
C) withQualified firm(free): you use your own qualified electronic signature or your digital signature and you need:
- a PC with a smart card reader;
- a USB Token;
- a mobile number.
RE)webcam recognition(cost of Euro 12.08 Euro): the recognition is carried out through a computer or smartphone equipped with a video camera and working microphones. You need:
- a PC or smartphone equipped with a video camera;
- a valid identity document;
- Health insurance card.