How to check your ID number
The ID number is an important identity indicator for every citizen, including an individual’s place of residence, date of birth, gender and other information. Knowing how to view and interpret ID numbers will not only help protect the security of personal information, but also avoid the trouble caused by improper use of ID numbers in daily life. The following is a detailed explanation of the ID number.
1. How to check your ID number
ID numbers can usually be found on the following documents or scenarios:
| Source | Description |
|---|---|
| Original ID card | The 18-digit ID number is clearly marked on the front of the ID card. |
| Household register | The ID number will be registered on the personal information page of the household registration book. |
| social security card | Some social security cards have their ID number printed on the back. |
| bank account | The ID number registered when opening an account can be checked on the bank APP or at the counter. |
| electronic documents | The electronic ID card APP launched in some regions can check the ID number. |
2. The structure of the ID number
Mainland China’s ID number is 18 digits, and each number has a specific meaning:
| Number of digits | meaning | Example |
|---|---|---|
| 1-6 people | Domicile code (the first two digits are the province) | 110105 (Chaoyang District, Beijing) |
| 7-14 people | Date of birth (YYYYMMDD format) | 19900101 |
| 15-17 people | Sequence code (odd male, even female) | 001 (male) |
| 18 bits | Check code (0-9 or X) | X |
3. Privacy Protection of ID Numbers
The ID number is sensitive information, please pay attention to the following security matters:
| scene | Things to note |
|---|---|
| Fill in online | Do not provide it unless necessary. If it is necessary, it can be blurred (such as displaying the first 6 digits and the last 4 digits). |
| ID copy | The copy should be marked "for XX purposes only". |
| Loss handling | Report the loss immediately and get a replacement to avoid being used fraudulently. |
| daily storage | Do not keep it with mobile phones, bank cards, etc. |
4. Frequently Asked Questions
1.What does it mean if the last digit of the ID number is X?
X is the Roman numeral 10, used when the checksum calculation result is 10.
2.How to verify the authenticity of the ID number?
It can be verified through the Ministry of Public Security's "Internet + Government Services" platform or the electronic document function of Alipay/WeChat.
3.Will the ID number be repeated?
Theoretically no, the household registration system will ensure that each citizen’s ID number is unique.
4.What should I do if my ID number is leaked?
Report the case to the public security agency immediately and pay attention to changes in sensitive information such as bank accounts.
5. Recent hot spots related to ID cards
According to the hot spot data analysis of the entire network in the past 10 days:
| hot topics | focus of discussion | heat index |
|---|---|---|
| Electronic ID card promotion | More than 20 provinces and cities across the country have piloted electronic ID cards | ★★★★☆ |
| Applying for ID card in another place | Simplified cross-provincial procedures | ★★★☆☆ |
| Minor's ID card | Demand for certificates for those under 16 years old increased by 35% | ★★☆☆☆ |
| ID card anti-counterfeiting technology | A new generation of documents adds quantum encryption features | ★★★☆☆ |
Through the above content, I believe you have a more comprehensive understanding of how to view and understand your ID number. Please be sure to keep this important identity tag properly to facilitate daily life and ensure information security.
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