Question 1

What is VerifyNow and how does it work?

Accepted Answer

VerifyNow is a South African online identity verification and risk management platform for compliant onboarding, fraud prevention, and verification workflows. It works through a self-service web dashboard and a REST API, where you enter the required details and get official verification results, often in under 10 seconds.

Question 2

How much does VerifyNow cost?

Accepted Answer

VerifyNow uses pay-as-you-go pricing with credits. It is free to sign up, has no monthly subscription for standard use, and you pay per verification; higher-volume, enterprise, and white-label pricing is handled separately.

Question 3

What countries does VerifyNow operate in?

Accepted Answer

VerifyNow primarily operates in South Africa. It also supports some cross-border checks, including Nigerian ID verification and global AML/PEP and sanctions screening.

Question 4

How do I sign up for VerifyNow?

Accepted Answer

You can sign up on VerifyNow’s website by creating a free account. After that, you buy credits and start running checks.

Question 5

Does VerifyNow have a mobile app?

Accepted Answer

No, VerifyNow does not appear to have a mobile app. The verified platform availability is web and API.

Question 6

Who is VerifyNow best suited for?

Accepted Answer

VerifyNow is best suited for South African businesses and organisations that need identity, KYC/KYB, AML, and risk checks. Typical users include banking, fintech, insurance, property, recruitment, automotive, telecoms, retail, and public sector teams.

Question 7

How do I contact VerifyNow support?

Accepted Answer

You can contact VerifyNow at hello@verifynow.co.za or info@verifynow.co.za.

Question 8

Does VerifyNow have a plan for teams or businesses?

Accepted Answer

Yes, VerifyNow has business and enterprise options, including volume pricing and white-label or partner arrangements. Standard use is also designed for businesses, with pay-per-check access.

Question 9

Does VerifyNow offer an API or integrations?

Accepted Answer

Yes, VerifyNow offers a public API. View the official Verifynow API documentation for endpoints, authentication, and integration guides.

Question 10

What popular product is VerifyNow an African alternative to?

Accepted Answer

VerifyNow is an African-built alternative to Jumio, Onfido, Persona, and Trulioo.

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