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HID Smart Cards & Credentials for Access Control
The HID Smart Cards & Credentials for Access Control and logical access control using options ranging from legacy proximity cards to advanced encrypted smart cards and mobile IDs.
Core HID Credential Technologies
- HID Prox (125 kHz): The original legacy technology using short-range communication. It is simple and widely deployed, but lacks modern encryption and is not recommended for new high-security installations.
- iCLASS & iCLASS SE (13.56 MHz): Encrypted contactless smart card technology offering mutual authentication and Software House C-CURE 9000 integration. iCLASS SE utilizes Secure Identity Objects (SIOs) for a technology-independent data structure.
- HID Seos: The modern flagship platform providing advanced cryptography, mutual authentication, and privacy protection. It powers HID Mobile Access for smartphones and digital wallets.
- HID Crescendo & OTP Tokens: Multi-factor authentication (MFA) credentials supporting PKI, FIDO2, and OATH protocols for combined physical and logical access.
- Multi-Technology Cards: Hybrid badges combining legacy prox with iCLASS or Seos to allow gradual system upgrades without disrupting daily operations.