What is ClearID?

2024-01-11Last updated

Genetec ClearID™ is a smarter way to manage physical access using a self-service solution for Synergis™. Using ClearID, you can take control of access and compliance by using a rule-based approach through a web-based interface.

  • You can access the system from any standard browser. All data and files that are imported to the system are automatically encrypted.
  • The ClearID system is also integrated with Active Directory. This integration means that organizations can use their existing Active Directory service to authenticate users and manage system access.

For a complete product description, visit the ClearID product page.

Advantages of the ClearID system

  • Improve the flow of people by using the self-service solution to manage physical access.
  • Reduce the risk of security breaches by simplifying access rights management.
  • Standardize and automate security policies for onboarding, offboarding, access requests, and issuing credentials for multiple independent sites.
  • Connect to and enhance your existing physical security system.
  • Benefit from an off-the-shelf approach with faster deployment and fewer integrations to maintain.
  • Maintain less infrastructure by using the distributed cloud-based approach.
  • Increase efficiency and compliance with internal and external regulations, such as GDPR and export control screening.

One identity

ClearID uses one single identity to synchronize the access information for multiple independent sites managed using different instances of Synergis.
Diagram of ClearID access information synchronized to multiple sites.
To minimize the personal information replicated in each local access control system, ClearID automatically creates the cardholder only when someone requests a site visit for the first time.
General settings in ClearID page showing general information for an Identity.
After access is granted to a new site, the system automatically synchronizes all the permanent credentials linked to the Identity. If the corporation shares the same card technology for different sites, the badge works without any manual interventions at the new site.

When an identity is deactivated in ClearID, the cardholder is deactivated. The identity is automatically synchronized to all cardholders linked to all the different areas in all sites. The credentials remain active in Security Center, but access is automatically denied because the cardholder is inactive.