Patronscan’s IVAC (Identity Verified Access Control) system connects directly to electronic locks on doors, turnstiles, cooler doors, and locked merchandise cases. When a patron scans a valid ID, the lock disengages automatically. When the ID fails verification or belongs to a flagged individual, access stays locked and an alert is sent to the monitoring dashboard. IVAC works with standard strike systems and electronic locks, so it integrates into the access control infrastructure security companies already deploy for their clients.
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Forensic Fake ID Detection That Protects Your Clients
Your clients trust you to keep unauthorised people out. A basic barcode reader is not enough. Patronscan examines over 8,500 data points and security features on every scan, comparing each document against a library of more than 5,000 ID templates and 6,000 unique security features.
Seamless Integration into Existing Access Points
Patronscan’s IVAC (Identity Verified Access Control) technology connects directly to the infrastructure you already install and manage. Entrances, cooler doors, locked merchandise cases, restricted rooms. When a valid ID is scanned, the lock disengages automatically.
Cross-location Flagging Network
When someone is flagged at one of your client sites for fraudulent behaviour, theft, or a compliance violation, every other location in your network is notified immediately. The flag includes the reason it was placed and the timestamp, so your teams and your clients know exactly who they are dealing with.
Remote Monitoring and Multi-location Dashboard
Every scan, every flag, every access event feeds into a centralised dashboard you can monitor from anywhere. Configure each site independently for local operating hours, jurisdiction-specific age requirements, and client-specific rules.
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ID Types and Coverage
Patronscan’s verification platform supports over 14,000 ID and document types from around the world, including: Driver’s licenses from all 50 US states, all Canadian provinces, and international jurisdictions. Passports and travel documents. State-issued identification cards. Military IDs. Permanent resident cards and citizenship documents. Healthcare and status cards (jurisdiction dependent). REAL ID compliant documents.
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AI/ML Fake ID Detection Updates
The global template library is updated continuously through cloud-based firmware deployment, so new document formats and security features are supported as soon as they are released. This means your access points stay current without manual updates or hardware changes.
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See how Patronscan’s IVAC system integrates with the access control infrastructure you already manage. Our team will walk you through the hardware, the dashboard, and how security companies like yours are using the platform to reduce theft and retain clients.
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Our ID validation hardware is purpose-built for the environments our customers actually operate in. Every design decision starts with reliability and ease of use, because that’s what matters at the point of entry
At Patronscan, we don’t just build systems – we build confidence. Every scan represents a safer space for people to gather, work, and celebrate.”
I started Patronscan because I saw firsthand how difficult it was for businesses to verify identity quickly and accurately. What began as a simple idea has become a platform trusted across North America and beyond.
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Designed for security companies that need to add verified ID checks to access control systems
Book a DemoThe process starts at the access point
When a patron, employee, or visitor presents their ID, Patronscan’s hardware captures and analyses the document in layers. The system reads the barcode and magnetic stripe data, then runs a forensic inspection under multiple light sources, including UV and infrared, to verify holograms, microprint, and material composition.
Integrated with Patronscan's IVAC Solution
A verified ID disengages the lock on a door, cooler, display case, or restricted area. A failed verification or a flagged individual keeps the access point locked and sends an alert to the monitoring dashboard and, if configured, directly to on-site security personnel.
Centralized Cloud Platform
Security companies can configure each client site independently, setting local operating hours, jurisdiction-specific compliance rules, and custom flag categories. The dashboard provides real-time visibility across every location, with anonymised demographic reporting, scan volume tracking, and flag history.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Wondering if ID Scanning is right for your security company?
What makes Patronscan's fake ID detection more effective than barcode-only scanners?
Barcode-only scanners typically run around 100 algorithmic checks on the encoded data. Patronscan’s forensic verification analyses over 8,500 data points and security features per scan, including UV and infrared light inspection of holograms, microprint, and material composition. The system compares each document against a library of more than 5,000 ID templates and 6,000 unique security features. This multi-layer approach catches sophisticated fakes that barcode readers and visual inspection miss entirely.
Can we manage multiple client sites from a single dashboard?
Yes. Patronscan’s cloud-based admin portal gives security companies centralised visibility across every client site. Each location can be configured independently for local operating hours, jurisdiction-specific age requirements, and client-specific flag rules. The dashboard provides real-time scan data, flag alerts, anonymised demographic reporting, and capacity tracking. Security operations teams managing dozens of locations can monitor everything from one interface without logging into separate systems.
How does the cross-location flagging network work?
When an individual is flagged at any location in the Patronscan network for reasons such as a fake ID attempt, theft, or a compliance violation, the flag is shared across all connected sites immediately. Each flag includes the reason it was placed and the timestamp. When that same person’s ID is scanned at another location, the system denies access and alerts your team. For security companies managing multiple client sites, this means a bad actor caught at one location cannot move undetected to the next.
Does Patronscan work with cooler doors, locked merchandise, and restricted areas?
Yes. Patronscan’s IVAC system is designed to work with any electronically locked access point, including beer cooler doors, locked display cases for high-value merchandise, age-restricted product shelves, restricted rooms, and building entrances. The system verifies the patron’s ID and age, then triggers the lock to disengage if the scan passes. This is especially effective for retail environments where theft and underage access are persistent problems, and it gives security companies a measurable way to demonstrate loss prevention results to their clients.
What kind of reporting does the dashboard provide?
The web-based admin portal provides real-time and historical reporting across all connected locations. Reports include scan volume by location and time period, flag events and outcomes, anonymized demographic breakdowns (age groupings, gender mix, local versus visitor ratios), capacity counts, and compliance audit logs. All data is accessible remotely, and the system can be configured to push instant alerts for flagged individuals, compliance events, or capacity thresholds. For security companies, this reporting provides the documentation their clients need for compliance audits and the operational data they need to demonstrate ROI.
How fast is the scanning process?
A standard age verification scan completes in under one second. Full forensic multi-layer verification, which includes UV, infrared, and microprint analysis, takes up to 10 seconds. At standard throughput, the system can process approximately 720 patrons per hour. This speed is designed for high-traffic access points where delays create bottlenecks, such as retail entrances during peak hours, event entry gates, and busy cooler aisles.
Is the system customizable for different client requirements and jurisdictions?
Yes. Each location in the Patronscan network can be configured independently. Settings include local operating hours (so the system activates and deactivates on schedule), jurisdiction-specific age thresholds, custom flag categories, and client-specific access rules. This is particularly important for security companies that operate across multiple states or provinces, where age verification laws and compliance requirements vary. Configuration changes are made through the cloud dashboard and take effect immediately across the relevant devices.