GOV.UK ID Check vs E.ON NEXT Usage & Stats

GOV.UK ID Check is a secure way to confirm your identity when you sign in to a government service with GOV.UK One Login. It works by matching your face to your photo ID. Before you start  You can use any of the following types of photo ID if it has not expired: • UK photocard driving licence • UK passport • non-UK passport with a biometric chip • UK biometric residence permit (BRP) • UK biometric residence card (BRC) • UK Frontier Worker permit (FWP) You will also need: • a well-lit area where you can take a good quality photograph • an iPhone 7 or newer - or an iPhone 6s or newer if your photo ID is a driving licence • iOS 14 or higher How it works  If your photo ID is a driving licence you will: • take a photo of your driving licence • scan your face using your phone If your photo ID is a passport, BRP, BRC or FWP you will: • take a photo of your photo ID • scan the biometric chip in your photo ID using your phone • scan your face using your phone What happens next  The app only helps confirm your identity. You will return to the website of the government service you were accessing to view the results of your identity check. Privacy and security Your personal information will not be stored in the app, or on the phone when you finish using it. We collect your data securely and delete it when it is no longer needed.

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E.ON NEXT

Take control of your account with the E.ON Next app. Whether you’re a home or business customer, you can now manage your account quickly and easily whenever, wherever. Here’s what you can do – · Use FaceID or Touch ID login so you never have to worry about remembering your password again. · Set a new password if you’ve recently been moved over to us (as long as you’re getting emails from us, the app is ready and waiting for you to use!) · Send in your meter readings – we’re even got a handy in app torch for those dark & dingy meter cupboards. · View and download your statements as well as keep up to date with your latest account balance. · Make payments easily. · Check your tariff details and renewal dates. · Manage your account information. · Opt in to get reminders when there’s something new to see or we need something from you. Smart Pay As You Go – · Check your balance and top up when you need to. · Look through your top up history and get your payment code if needed. · Opt in for low balance push alerts straight to your phone. We’re still working on more new features for the app so watch this space and keep your app up to date.