MySielteID

MySielteID: A Secure Gateway to Italy’s Digital Services

MySielteID is the official mobile application that securely manages your SPID (Sistema Pubblico di Identità Digitale) digital identity. This essential tool provides a streamlined and protected method for Italian citizens and residents to access a wide range of online public administration and private services. The core function of MySielteID is to generate secure, one-time passcodes, eliminating the need for physical hardware tokens and consolidating your digital access into a single, convenient app on your smartphone.

Generating One-Time Passwords for Secure Access

The primary utility of MySielteID is creating a One Time Password (OTP) for SPID Level 2 authentication. To use this, a user first logs into a service provider’s website and selects “Entra con SPID.” After choosing Sielte as their identity provider, they are prompted for an OTP. The user then opens the MySielteID app, which displays a constantly refreshing six-digit code. Entering this code on the website completes the two-factor authentication process, granting secure access to sensitive services like tax filings or healthcare records. This process ensures that only the person with physical possession of the phone linked to their MySielteID can authorize access.

Biometric Login for Instant App Access

To expedite access to the OTP generator, MySielteID integrates with your device’s native security systems. Upon installing the app, users can enable biometric authentication in the settings. This means that instead of manually entering a PIN each time, a user simply opens the MySielteID application and uses their registered fingerprint or facial recognition scan for immediate verification. This feature not only speeds up the process of retrieving a code but also adds an extra layer of personal security, ensuring that even if your phone is unlocked, the MySielteID app itself remains protected.

Push Notification Authentication Requests

For a completely seamless experience, MySielteID can receive and display authentication requests directly via push notification. When attempting to log in on a computer, a user selects SielteID and enters their username and password. Instead of then needing to open the app to find the OTP, a notification is sent directly to their smartphone from MySielteID. Tapping this notification opens the app and displays the login attempt details; the user then approves or denies the request with a single tap. This streamlined workflow minimizes steps and simplifies the entire secure login process.

Managing Your SPID Account Details

Beyond authentication, the MySielteID application serves as a hub for managing your digital identity profile. Within the app, users can review their linked personal information, such as their registered email address and phone number. If any details need updating, the MySielteID app provides guided instructions or direct links to the appropriate web portal for making changes. This centralizes profile management, making it easier to keep your SPID credentials current and secure without needing to remember a separate administration website.

Safeguarding Your Digital Identity

Security is the foundational principle of MySielteID. The application operates on a device that remains in the user’s possession, drastically reducing the risk of OTP codes being intercepted compared to SMS-based systems. All data within MySielteID is stored locally on the device and is never transmitted unnecessarily. The mandatory use of a PIN or biometrics to open the app ensures that your MySielteID—and by extension, your access to government services—is protected from unauthorized use, even if your mobile device is lost or stolen.

Required Pre-Registration and Activation

It is critical to understand that MySielteID is not used to create a new SPID identity; it is a tool for managing an existing one. To use the app, an individual must have already successfully completed the identity verification process and activated a SPID account through Sielte’s official registration website or in-person process. The MySielteID app is then downloaded and linked to that pre-verified account using your existing credentials. This prerequisite ensures that the high security standards of the SPID system are maintained from the initial registration through daily use.