Dutch identification service iDIN acquired by itsme
- Economy
Hans Sjouke Koopal
Sr Press Officer Private Banking, Personal & BB
iDIN, the identification service operated by Currence, has been acquired by the Belgian identity app itsme. For Dutch consumers and business platforms such as online retailers, insurers and other connected organisations, this marks a shift to a broader European platform for secure online identification. From mid 2026, consumers will be able to use the itsme app alongside their bank app to identify themselves with iDIN. iDIN will remain available for at least two more years.
Secure and trusted identification
iDIN is an initiative by Currence, a collaboration between the major Dutch banks. It allows people in the Netherlands to identify themselves securely through their bank app when using online platforms from retailers, insurers and other digital services. For the roughly 300 connected websites, iDIN provides certainty about customer identity and removes the need for their own login systems. Around 13 million people in the Netherlands can currently use iDIN.
European identity app with proven track record
itsme is an independent company founded by Belgian banks and telecom operators. It is an established player in digital identity and is recognised as a European identity solution at the highest level of assurance under the eIDAS regulation. The app is known for its ease of use, accessibility and strong security.
In Belgium, itsme functions not only as a digital ID for commercial services, similar to iDIN, but also for government websites, comparable to DigiD in the Netherlands. More than 80 percent of the adult population in Belgium use and trust the app. The acquisition of iDIN marks itsme’s first major step outside Belgium.
Transition from iDIN to itsme
The transition from iDIN to itsme will begin in spring 2026 after the conditions agreed upon between the parties have been fulfilled and is expected to be completed in 2028. From June 2026, consumers will be able to log in to connected services using the itsme app in addition to iDIN. In 2028, iDIN will be fully integrated into itsme. Both consumers and connected organisations will be kept informed about every phase of the integration process.
A future proof solution
The acquisition of iDIN by itsme creates a future proof solution that aligns with European regulations and the growing need for secure digital identity. It strengthens the confidence of consumers and organisations in online transactions.
Daniel van Delft, CEO Currence: “With iDIN, the banks have offered a secure and trusted way of digital identification for the past ten years. Now the banks are taking the next step. itsme has a strong track record, meets all regulatory requirements and has a clear focus on innovation, which makes it the ideal party to prepare iDIN for the future.”
Tom Van Den Bosch, CEO itsme: “With the acquisition of iDIN, we reinforce our position as the European standard for digital identity. iDIN is a trusted name in the Netherlands, and by joining forces we are preparing for the future with one solution that combines ease of use with the highest international standards. Our goal is clear: a strong and reliable digital identity for everyone, everywhere, at all times.”
About iDIN
Part of Currence, established by Dutch banks ING, Rabobank, ABN Amro and ASN Bank
Active in the Netherlands with 300 connected websites
15 million identification actions in 2024
About itsme®
Founded by Belgian banks KBC, ING, Belfius, BNP Paribas Fortis and telecom operators Telenet, Proximus and Orange. FPIM, a Belgian government investment fund, has participated since 2021
Recognised as a European login method, active in 29 other European countries with 1200 connected companies
More than 7 million users, 475 million identification actions in 2024