Understanding which verification methods are automatically enabled for your program is the first step in creating a smooth, secure, and effective verification experience for your customers, and also shows you which paths to start with when beginning your testing journey. This guide provides a comprehensive overview of the default verification methods across all program types.
The table below displays what is enabled by default, and your program may vary. Please check with your SheerID professional services project manager if engaged, or with SheerID Product Support, to get a list of what verification methods are on your program if you are not sure.
| Program Type | Verification Method | |||
Authoritative (Instant Success) | Asset Review (Document Review) | SSO | Authoritative Email Loop with Domain Validation | |
| Student | ✔️ | ✔️ | ✔️ | |
| Educator | ✔️ | ✔️ | ✔️ | |
| Age | ✔️ | ✔️ | ||
| Military | ✔️ | ✔️ | ||
| First Responder | ✔️ | ✔️ | ||
| Medical | ✔️ | ✔️ | ✔️ | ✔️ |
| Low Income | ✔️ | ✔️ | ||
| Employment | ✔️ | ✔️ | ✔️ | ✔️ |
| Identity | ✔️ | ✔️ | ||
We recommend testing, at minimum, all verification paths associated with the default verification methods enabled. Please see this article for detailed testing instructions.