Validate any California ID instantly — with the hidden DMV code other systems ignore.
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Every California ID includes a hidden fingerprint — the Document Discriminator (DD) number. It's a cryptic string that encodes where the ID was issued and when. It changes every time the license is re-issued, making it the most tamper-proof data available. It's one thing fraudsters usually can’t fake correctly. Most systems ignore it. Fraudsters count on that.
DMVerify is the first and only tool that makes the DD field easy to understand, easy to check, and impossible to fake.
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California does not allow access to it's DMV databases. All other ID verification tools cannot access DMV records and so rely on OCR, "AI" and outdated heuristics to verify California IDs. DMVerify is the only tool that verifies California IDs using the DD number—the only data point physically issued by the DMV and unique to each license version, and checking it agains a secret DMV record not available to any other ID verification tool. Our patented lightweight approach requires:
DMVerify decodes and validates the DD, giving your team a stealthy, frictionless signal to spot bad IDs — even when everything else passes the eye test.
Whether you're onboarding new customers, approving financing, or confirming ID legitimacy, this invisible layer of validation makes your fraud defenses smarter — without slowing anything down.
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Synthetic ID fraud losses have grown nearly 400% in just a few years — especially in areas like auto loans, credit card applications, and fintech onboarding.
These institutions report losses exceeding $5 billion annually, with synthetic IDs now considered the fastest-growing form of fraud in the U.S.
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| Feature | Other Tools | DMVerify |
|---|---|---|
| DD Code Validation | ❌ Not supported | ✅ Proprietary lookup |
| Access to California DMV Data | ❌ N/A | ✅ Internal California dataset |
| Web Browser Access | ✅ Some | ✅ Yes |
| API Integration | ✅ Yes | ✅ Yes (But not required) |
| Lengthy Onboarding | ✅ Yes | ❌ No |
| Expensive 3rd Party Hardware & Software | ✅ Yes | ❌ No |
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Pain Point: Synthetic IDs are often used to open checking accounts, apply for credit cards, or take out loans. These identities may use fake names, addresses, and other ID information
Why It Helps: Adds a DMV location check that’s nearly impossible to fake.
Pain Point: Fraudsters use fake or altered IDs to apply for loans or rent vehicles, then disappear with the car. Many synthetic IDs look visually real but contain mismatched or fake DD codes.
Why It Helps: Quick DMV code check adds huge value with little friction.
Pain Point: Verifying IDs in real estate or legal transactions — especially under time pressure.
Why It Helps: Provides extra verification signal quickly and securely.
Pain Point: Identity fraud during onboarding — individuals using stolen or borrowed IDs to gain platform access.
Why It Helps: Add a DMV code question to reduce identity fraud.
Pain Point: Fake driver’s licenses are presented to access unemployment, welfare, healthcare, and other benefits. Most agencies can’t verify the DD code — so fake IDs pass through.
Why It Helps: Verifies location of issuance with no PII or vendor scans.
"We caught three synthetic IDs in the first week of using DMVerify."
— Ashley M., Auto Finance Manager
"This tool is a no-brainer for verifying IDs fast."
— Jonathan L., Escrow Officer
"We were up and running within minutes with no complicated setup."
— Priya D., Credit Union Fraud Analyst
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$99/month platform fee + $0.10 per lookup
Only pay for what you use. We auto-upgrade your tier as you grow — no penalties or surprises.
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