iAM Smart-Cert

Eligibility for Digital Certificate (iAM Smart‑Cert)​

An iAM Smart‑Cert is intended for Hong Kong residents who are holders of an “iAM Smart+” account and require secure digital identity authentication within the “iAM Smart” digital identity ecosystem. It is suitable for individuals who need to access public digital services or conduct digital signing with legal backing under the Electronic Transactions Ordinance, where trusted identity verification is required.​

Benefits of Using a Digital Certificate (iAM Smart‑Cert)​

The use of an iAM Smart‑Cert enables individuals to authenticate their identity with a high level of assurance when accessing online public services and conducting electronic transactions within the iAM Smart ecosystem. It supports secure digital identity authentication and digital signing, providing trusted verification for public digital services that require reliability and availability.​

In addition, an iAM Smart‑Cert enhances confidence in digital interactions with government and public‑sector platforms, supports legally recognised electronic transactions, and strengthens the overall security, reliability, and trustworthiness of Hong Kong’s public digital services.​