Identity Verification and KYC Basics
Identity Verification and KYC Basics
Key Terms:
- IDV: Identity Verification
- KYC: Know Your Customer
Ruleset vs Recipe
Ruleset
Defines KYC minimum requirements for customer approval (e.g., Safe Harbour 2x2 with Government ID)
Recipe
Complete verification workflow combining multiple checks:
- KYC verification
- AML screening
- Duplicate detection
- Blocklist verification
- IDV/Biometrics
- Fraud checks
Available Recipes
FrankieOne offers 5 base recipes included in the startup bundle:
Implementation Guidelines
Implementation Guidelines
Choosing a Ruleset
1
Review your internal Risk and Compliance policies
2
Determine if you’re a reporting entity
3
Consider minimum requirements
4
Align with internal policies for non-KYC requirements
Government ID Verification
Government IDs offer high pass rates and count towards independent data source requirements (2x2 or 1x1). DVS checks don’t require physical ID photos, making the process seamless for customers.
KYC Frequency
- Initial verification: Required at onboarding only
- Renewal requirements: Based on your internal KYC policy
- Document expiration: Follow your policy for updating expired documents
Support and Troubleshooting
Technical Support
General Support
Emergency Support
Phone: 1800 325 117
For urgent production issues
For urgent production issues