Idnow Serial Number Install Direct

This is the most frequent use case for the keyword. The IDnow Connector acts as a bridge between your local system and the IDnow cloud.

Step 1: Download the Installer Log into the IDnow Partner Portal. Navigate to Downloads > Connector. Select the version matching your OS (.exe for Windows, .sh or .deb for Linux).

Step 2: Run the Base Installation

Step 3: Locate the Configuration File The serial number is not entered during the graphical wizard (contrary to many assumptions). Instead, you will find a configuration file: idnow serial number install

Step 4: Inject the Serial Number Open the file in a text editor (Notepad++, Vim, Nano). Look for the line: # idnow.serial.number= Uncomment it (remove the #) and paste your serial number: idnow.serial.number=IDNOW-ABCD-1234-EFGH-5678

Step 5: Validate and Start Service Save the file. Then restart the IDnow service:

Step 6: Verify Installation Check the logs at /var/log/idnow/connector.log (Linux) or C:\ProgramData\IDnow\logs (Windows). Look for: "Serial number accepted. Handshake complete. Ready for ident requests." This is the most frequent use case for the keyword

val config = IdnowConfig.Builder(applicationContext)
    .withSerialNumber("SN-ABCD-1234-EFGH")
    .build()
IdnowService.init(config)

IDnow provides an enterprise tool called IDnowBulkConfig.exe.

Step 1: Prepare Your Documents Before entering the installation phase, ensure you have a valid ID document (Passport, National ID card, or Residence Permit) ready. The Serial Number installation is almost always tied to an identity verification step.

Step 2: Initiate the Process You will typically receive a link via SMS or email, or you will be instructed to download the IDnow App (available on iOS and Android). Step 3: Locate the Configuration File The serial

Step 3: Data Entry Once the serial number is accepted, the system will retrieve your data. You may be asked to verify that the address and name displayed on the screen match your own.

Step 4: Complete the VideoIdent After the serial number installation is confirmed, you will be connected to an IDnow agent via a live video call. They will guide you through the final steps of holding your ID up to the camera to complete the activation.