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myGovID for Pc

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★ ★ ★ myGovID Overview

       

What is myGovID?

myGovID is a digital identity app developed by the Australian Government that allows users to prove their identity and sign in to participating government online services. It is different from myGov, and users can use myGovID to sign in to their myGov account. The app requires users to complete a three-step process to set up their identity, including entering personal details, verifying their identity, and increasing their identity strength. The app is accredited under the Australian Trusted Digital Identity Framework and uses encryption technology and device security features to protect user information.



Software Features and Description

1. myGovID is the Australian Government’s digital identity app that allows you to prove who you are and sign in to participating government online services.

2. Increase your identity strength by verifying your Australian identity documents, like your passport, driver’s licence and Medicare card.

3. myGovID is accredited under the Australian Trusted Digital Identity Framework which strictly controls how your identity data is collected, stored and used.

4. You can also choose to verify you photo, this is a one-off face verification check, to further increase your identity strength.

5. Increasing your identity strengths allows you to access more services and better protects your identity.

6. Verify your identity to increase your identity strength.

7. There are three identity strengths – Basic, Standard or Strong.

8. The app scans your face to check that you’re a real person, the right person and verifying in real time.

9. Enter your details – including your full name, date of birth and a personal email address that only you have access to.

10. You can use the myGovID app to sign in to your myGov account.

11. It uses encryption technology as well as the security features in your device, such as fingerprint, face and password.

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Or follow the guide below to use on PC:

Select Windows version:

  1. Windows 7-10
  2. Windows 11

Download and install the myGovID app on your Windows 10,8,7 or Mac in 4 simple steps below:


  1. Download an Android emulator for PC and Mac:
    Get either Bluestacks or the Nox App >> . We recommend Bluestacks because you can easily find solutions online if you run into problems while using it. Download Bluestacks Pc or Mac software Here >> .

  2. Install the emulator on your PC or Mac:
    On your computer, goto the Downloads folder » click to install Bluestacks.exe or Nox.exe » Accept the License Agreements » Follow the on-screen prompts to complete installation.

  3. Using myGovID on PC [Windows 7/ 8/8.1/ 10/ 11]:
    • Open the Emulator app you installed » goto its search bar and search "myGovID"
    • The search will reveal the myGovID app icon. Open, then click "Install".
    • Once myGovID is downloaded inside the emulator, locate/click the "All apps" icon to access a page containing all your installed applications including myGovID.
    • Now enjoy myGovID on PC.

  4. Using myGovID on Mac OS:
    Install myGovID on your Mac using the same steps for Windows OS above.



How to download and use myGovID App on Windows 11


To get myGovID on Windows 11, check if there's a native myGovID Windows app here » ». If none, follow the steps below:


  1. Download the Amazon-Appstore » (U.S only)
    • Click on "Get" to begin installation. It also automatically installs Windows Subsystem for Android.
    • After installation, Goto Windows Start Menu or Apps list » Open the Amazon Appstore » Login (with Amazon account)

  2. For non-U.S users, Download the OpenPC software »
    • Upon installation, open OpenPC app » goto Playstore on PC » click Configure_Download. This will auto-download Google Play Store on your Windows 11.

  3. Installing myGovID:
    • Login to your computer's PlayStore or Amazon AppStore.
    • Search for "myGovID" » Click "Install" to install myGovID
    • myGovID will now be available on your windows start-menu.

Minimum requirements Recommended
  • 8GB RAM
  • SSD Storage
  • Processor: Intel Core i3, AMD Ryzen 3000
  • Architecture: x64 or ARM64
  • 16GB RAM
  • HDD Storage

myGovID On iTunes


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myGovID functions

- Allows users to prove their identity and sign in to participating government online services

- Different from myGov, but can be used to sign in to myGov account

- Three-step process to set up identity, including entering personal details, verifying identity, and increasing identity strength

- Identity strength can be increased by verifying Australian identity documents and a one-off face verification check

- Users must be 15 years or older to set up a myGovID

- Personal information is not shared without user permission and is protected by encryption technology and device security features

- Accredited under the Australian Trusted Digital Identity Framework

- Users are advised not to share their myGovID with others.




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