Traditional vs. Modern KYC Verification: Key Differences & API Benefits

VFAQ: Traditional vs. Modern KYC Verification

KYC (Know Your Customer) helps businesses verify the identity of their clients, which reduces the risk of fraud, money laundering, and other illegal financial activities. 

Traditional KYC relies on manual document checks such as physical or digital copies of government IDs, proof of address, and other credentials. This process is reliable but can be time-consuming and prone to human errors. While Modern KYC requires more technical expertise, it provides fast and accurate results, which is why businesses are relying more and more on third-party API providers.

Both traditional and modern KYC methods ensure identity verification, each offering distinct advantages and challenges. 

Read our blog Traditional vs. Modern KYC Verification: How APIs Enhance the KYC Process or watch the video below to learn more.


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