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IdentPINService: Identity verification with PIN

The from GLS ensures that parcels are only delivered to the truly authorised recipient. In addition to entering a personal PIN, an identity check is carried out by presenting ID. On request, the date of birth can also be verified to ensure age-verified shipping. This double check prevents unauthorised parcel acceptance. The entire process is digitally documented, giving you complete transparency at all times. Ideal for sensitive consignments that require identity or age verification.



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Maximum security when shipping parcels

Ensure your parcel is reliably handed over exclusively to the correct person – with our innovative .

We only deliver your parcel after the successful entry of the PIN number. This reliable, IT-based authentication ensures maximum security during delivery.


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Your benefits with the IdentPINService

Especially for business customers who regularly send sensitive goods, the from GLS offers real added value. Whether it’s about shipping with age verification or secure identity confirmation – we help you comply with legal requirements while strengthening customer trust.

PIN & ID verification for double security

This double layer of security ensures that your shipment is handed over exclusively to the authorised recipient. The combination of the GLS PIN and ID verification effectively prevents misuse. This way, your PIN parcel tracking is not only transparent but also highly secure.

Age verification for legally compliant shipping

Shipping with age verification is mandatory in many industries – such as alcoholic beverages or certain media products. Our IdentPINService helps you meet these requirements with ease. This builds customer trust while ensuring full legal compliance.

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Transparency through digital documentation

You can track each PIN shipment easily online. Our digital documentation shows every step of the delivery. This way, you always have a full overview and can prove, if necessary, that the authorisation and identity verification were carried out correctly.

What makes the IdentPINService special?

The combines modern IT solutions with proven security standards. This service is particularly suitable for shipping goods that require age or identity verification. Whether high-value electronics, medicines & pharmaceutical products or age-restricted items – GLS ensures your parcels are accepted only by authorised persons. You also benefit from easy handling, complete transparency and a service that integrates flexibly into your existing shipping processes.

How to ship parcels that require age and identity verification?

There are many reasons why age or identity verification is necessary when shipping parcels – whether it’s for youth-protected products, sensitive documents, or high-value items. It's not just about legal requirements, but also about preventing unauthorised acceptance.

With the from GLS, we offer you a smart solution for this exact challenge. Our couriers will only hand over the parcel after successful PIN entry and verification of the recipient’s identity. An additional age check can be carried out upon request. Thanks to complete documentation, you always have full oversight while fulfilling all legal requirements – easily and reliably.

Become a GLS business customer!

Do you regularly send parcels that require age or identity verification and are looking for a secure, efficient solution? Then the from GLS is just right for you.

As a business customer, you benefit from clear conditions, digital tools and personalised service. Our flexible handling, easy integration into your shipping processes and reliable identity checks make all the difference. Whether it’s age-verified shipping or sensitive document deliveries – with GLS as your partner, your deliveries are reliably secured. Become a GLS business customer now and professionally manage your parcel shipping with identity verification!

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