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A quick photo is all it takes for the fastest way to verify ID. Available at 65 airports. ## What is TSA PreCheck Touchless ID? TSA PreCheck Touchless ID enhances the security screening process with facial comparison technology for faster, more efficient identity verification. **TSA PreCheck travelers** with a valid passport can opt in with participating airlines or Google Wallet to move through dedicated lanes with ease, enjoying a smoother and more convenient airport experience—an effortless way to start your travels. ## Am I eligible? TSA PreCheck Touchless ID requires: - Current TSA PreCheck traveler - Valid passport - Active airline profile with a participating airline or Google Wallet user  ## How do I opt in? - Image ![participating airline image](https://www.tsa.gov/sites/default/files/styles/large_card/public/2026-06/tid_participating_airlines_opt_in.jpg.webp?h=ac778ff2&itok=eU0urNg0) Add the following information to your profile ​with a valid participating airline:​   1. ​Enter Known Traveler Number (KTN)​ 2. Enter valid passport number and country​ 3. Select “OPT IN” on your profile or at airline ​check-in 4. Once TSA confirms your enrollment, a TSA PreCheck Touchless ID indicator will appear on your boarding pass, meaning you’re ready to use the dedicated TSA PreCheck Touchless ID lanes at the airport.​ ## Opt in with a Participating Airline - Image ![Google wallet image](https://www.tsa.gov/sites/default/files/styles/large_card/public/2026-06/tid_google_wallet_opt_in.jpg.webp?h=06ac0d8c&itok=a7j_57qY) 1. **Add a Digital ID:** Create a Google ID pass (backed by a US passport) in Google Wallet ​ 2. **Check in:** Check in for your flight and save your boarding pass to Google Wallet.​ 3. **Opt in:** If you’re eligible, you’ll see a “Get started” button on your boarding pass, which will direct you to the TSA opt in page.​ 4. **Give the green light:** Agree to securely share your Google ID pass and the boarding pass for your upcoming trip with TSA.​ 5. **Look for the indicator:** Once TSA confirms your enrollment, a TSA PreCheck Touchless ID indicator will appear on your Google Wallet boarding pass, meaning you’re ready to use the dedicated TSA PreCheck Touchless ID lanes at the airport.​ ## Opt in with Google Wallet ![Boarding Pass App Image](https://www.tsa.gov/sites/default/files/styles/news_width_300/public/touchless_id_bording_pass.jpg.webp?itok=glfdwrSN) **Check your boarding pass** The TSA PreCheck Touchless ID indicator must appear on your mobile boarding pass to enter the dedicated TSA PreCheck Touchless ID lane. **Bring physical ID as a back-up** Even those who opt-in to the TSA PreCheck Touchless ID program must carry a REAL-ID compliant physical form of an [acceptable ID](https://www.tsa.gov/travel/security-screening/identification) and present it if asked by a TSA officer ## Where is it available? TSA PreCheck Touchless ID **is available at 65 airports**.  Check with your airline for TSA PreCheck Touchless ID locations. ![TSA Touchless ID Map](https://www.tsa.gov/sites/default/files/tsa-precheck-touchless-id-expansion-map-03302026.svg) ## Why use TSA PreCheck Touchless ID? **More convenient** Follow airport signs to the dedicated TSA PreCheck Touchless ID queue. When your face is all you need to verify your identity, there’s no fumbling with physical documents.  **More efficient**  Speeds up the TSA PreCheck process even further, saving valuable time.  **More secure**  Powered by advanced technology to enhance identity verification and security.  **More privacy**  TSA officers now use biometric cameras to assist with [identity verification](https://www.tsa.gov/biometrics-technology/evaluating-facial-identification-technology).  Images are not used for law enforcement, surveillance, nor shared with other entities. Your photo and personal data are deleted within 24-hours of your scheduled flight departure. Find out more at TSA and [DHS Privacy Impact Assessments (PIAs).](https://www.dhs.gov/privacy-documents-transportation-security-administration-tsa) * * * #### Not a TSA PreCheck member? Enroll today! New enrollment options and locations, family-friendly policies, and access to TSA PreCheck Touchless ID make now the right time to join TSA PreCheck or renew your membership. - ## Frequently Asked Questions ### [Does TSA protect all data (e.g., photos) collected during testing of facial comparison technology?](https://www.tsa.gov/travel/frequently-asked-questions/does-tsa-protect-all-data-eg-photos-collected-during-testing) Yes. TSA is committed to protecting passenger privacy. Under normal operating conditions TSA facial comparison technology deletes traveler data and images immediately after your identity is verified. If you use TSA PreCheck Touchless ID, your information is deleted within 24 hours of your scheduled departure time.  In rare instances TSA will collect and temporarily retain photos and data to test the accuracy of TSA’s facial comparison technology. These data collection mode events are limited in time and place and begin with passenger notification signs. If you decline to participate you will receive standard identity verification and will not lose your place in line.  We secure all personal data and images used or temporarily stored by our facial comparison technology. Additionally, all of TSA’s facial comparison technologies adhere to DHS and TSA cybersecurity requirements. ### [How can passengers opt-in?](https://www.tsa.gov/travel/frequently-asked-questions/how-can-passengers-opt) - Currently, passengers can opt-in to TSA PreCheck Touchless ID program directly through their airline profile by updating with their Known Traveler Number (KTN) and valid passport number and country. The passenger can then select 'opt in' on their profile or at flight check in and their boarding pass will be updated with the TSA Precheck Touchless ID indicator. - Google Wallet is a new way to opt into TSA PreCheck Touchless ID. Passengers with a Google ID pass saved in their Google Wallet will be able to opt in without the requirement of being an airline mileage member. ### [How is TSA addressing concerns related to the accuracy of biometric technologies, including facial comparison?](https://www.tsa.gov/travel/frequently-asked-questions/how-tsa-addressing-concerns-related-accuracy-biometric) TSA’s use of biometric solutions is based on rigorous scientific study and analysis. We are aware of a variety of public concerns related to the accuracy of facial comparison and other biometric technologies and take those concerns seriously. We study biometric solutions in both laboratories and operational environments to identify and mitigate performance issues. Accuracy and equity in biometric system performance are key issues for TSA and travelers alike. TSA works closely and regularly with external stakeholders to provide timely and detailed updates on our facial comparison technologies and the benefits they provide to secure and convenient travel. ### [How long does it take to opt in to TSA PreCheck Touchless ID?](https://www.tsa.gov/travel/frequently-asked-questions/how-long-does-it-take-opt-tsa-precheck-touchless-id) Opting in with a participating airline takes about 3-5 minutes if your Known Traveler Number (KTN), passport number, and consent are already saved in your airline profile. If you wait until you arrive at the airport to update your profile, it may take longer for your information to be processed. Opting in with Google Wallet takes a few minutes if you have your Google ID pass and boarding pass saved in your Google Wallet.  For the best experience, check in and confirm the TSA PreCheck Touchless ID indicator is on your boarding pass at least 24 hours before your flight. ### [How will this make U.S. flights more secure?](https://www.tsa.gov/travel/frequently-asked-questions/how-will-make-us-flights-more-secure) Facial comparison technology and digital IDs  improve the performance and security of TSA operations by increasing the accuracy and reliability of passenger identity verification. Facial comparison technology automates part of the current manual procedures and allows professional screening personnel to leverage their training and experience to focus more on alarms and error resolution. ### [Is TSA using facial comparison technology to profile and deport passengers?](https://www.tsa.gov/travel/frequently-asked-questions/tsa-using-facial-comparison-technology-profile-and-deport) No. TSA is using facial comparison technology at the airport to improve and automate identity verification of passengers, not for law enforcement or immigration enforcement purposes. Additionally, TSA does not tolerate racial profiling. Profiling is not an effective way to perform security screening. TSA personnel are trained to treat every passenger with dignity and respect. ### [When TSA conducts a test event and data is collected and temporarily saved, how is my data protected?](https://www.tsa.gov/travel/frequently-asked-questions/when-tsa-conducts-test-event-and-data-collected-and-temporarily) Consistent with the DHS Fair Information Practice Principles (FIPPs), TSA retains personally identifiable information (PII) only for as long as is necessary to fulfill the specified purpose(s) of  testing the accuracy of facial comparison technology. DHS FIPPs and TSA’s PIAs provide guidance on matters such as transparency, specific use limitations, data minimization, and purpose specification for our facial comparison technology. Additional information on data protection procedures for each test is available in [TSA’s PIAs](https://www.dhs.gov/publication/dhstsapia-046-travel-document-checker-automation-using-facial-recognition). In short, TSA informs the traveler in advance of data collection, securely transits the data and images for testing, then deletes the data.  Find out more at TSA and [DHS Privacy Impact Assessments (PIAs)](https://www.dhs.gov/privacy-documents-transportation-security-administration-tsa).