The Australian Taxation Office released a convenient and secure way for Australian citizens to access government services. MyGovID is a digital identity provider that aims to transform the way Australians interact with the government. It works just like the 100-point ID check, but on the bearer’s smart device. With the help of this software utility, proving who you are when accessing government online services will be faster and easier.

Set Up Your Account

MyGovID is an authentication software that helps you prove who you are whenever you access any government services online. This app is compatible with most smart devices and uses very little storage. Setting up your account is a breeze, too. In fact, you can do so with three easy steps. The first step is, of course, to download the app on your mobile phone. Then you can set up your MyGovID by providing your details, including full name, date of birth, and a verifying email. Finally, you need to prove who you are by providing any of the following identity documents: Australian driver’s license, Medicare card, and Australian passport. The app will check your details against these existing records before pushing through with your application.

As this is a government-made app, users are assured that their details are safe and won’t be shared without their permission. The app meets the Australian Government standards, which strictly control how they use your identity data. It also uses security features, such as fingerprint security and face recognition, instead of the usual password in order to protect your identity and prevent online snoopers from accessing your information.

Users should not mistake MyGovID for the online service, myGov, however. While both services are government-controlled, MyGovID only proves who you are while myGov is your gateway to government online services.

Unlock Government Services Online

Conducting any government transaction more often than not requires identification. And with most services going online these days, it is quite hard to prove your identity. Most sites will need you to scan an ID or provide various identification numbers. With MyGovID, you can prove who you are with just a few clicks.

For instance, while applying for a tax file number can be done online, you will need to print your application and take it along with identity documents to an Australian post office to finalize your application. But with MyGovID, you don’t need to do that. You can complete the entire process in a matter of minutes without even leaving your home. You can apply for your TFN even during the wee hours.

In addition to TFN applications, MyGovID also aims to shorten and simplify the process of other services, including grants management, business registration, student services, and other Centrelink services. Users can also use their MyGovID to access ATO Business Portal without the Auskey.

Government Transaction Made Easy

Looking at it, having MyGovID is certainly a welcome innovation. With this software, users will no longer need to spend long hours and endure long queues to get the service that you want—you can now do so in minutes. However, as good as the app sounds, there are still some issues that need fixing, especially with the app’s reliability. But once this minute concerns are answered, then the app can function as it is envisioned to be, and that is to make all government transactions easy.