The General Registry (RG) is one of the most important documents we have in Brazil. It is used for identification in various locations, such as financial institutions, public institutions and private companies. With the advancement of technology, the digital ID was created to make document presentation more practical and secure.
The digital RG, also known as e-RG, is the digital version of the physical document. It contains all the information from the traditional identity card, such as full name, date of birth, CPF, photo, fingerprints and document number.
Who took the initiative to create this document?
The creation of the digital identity card is an initiative of the Department of Identification and Miscellaneous Records (DIRD) of the Public Security Secretariat of the State of São Paulo. Since 2018, São Paulo citizens have received the digital version of their identity card at the same time they request the physical version of the document. Since then, other states in the country have also implemented the digital ID, following the same standards as the São Paulo Public Security Secretariat.
To access the digital ID, you must have the latest version of the “SP Serviços” application installed on your smartphone. The app is available on the Google Play and App stores and is completely free. Once installed, the user must register in the Public Security Secretariat system in their state and then request the digital version of the card.
Once registered, the user has access to their digital ID at any time they need to present the document. Simply open the “SP Serviços” application, access the “RG Digital” option and show the device screen to the agent who requests identification. The security of the document will be verified using a QR code displayed on the device screen.
It is worth remembering that digital identification does not replace the physical version of the document in all situations. In certain situations, for example, when traveling internationally or when collecting important documents, it is necessary to present the physical version of the identification document. Therefore, it is always important to have the physical document on hand to avoid problems.
Find out how to install it
The digital identity card, in addition to being practical, offers more security when presenting the document. This is because it is encrypted and has several levels of security that prevent the document from being cloned or falsified. Furthermore, the digital version of the identity card is automatically updated when the user's registration data changes.
In summary, the digital identity card is an excellent option for those who want more practicality and security when presenting their document. It is easily accessible and available free of charge to citizens. However, it is important to remember that it does not replace the physical version of the document in all situations. Therefore, it is important to always have both documents on hand to avoid problems.
To install the application, go to your GOOGLE PLAYSTORE or APPLE STORE application store, download the RG DIGITAL application and scan the QR CODE on the back of your identity card. Remembering that you only need to scan the QR CODE once. Your ID card will then be saved on your smartphone and can be used at any time!
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