Overview
Purdue Mobile ID is Purdue University's implementation of Transact Mobile Credentials. Transact Mobile Credentials is the technology platform that allows authorized users to add their Purdue Mobile ID to Apple Wallet or Google Wallet and use a compatible smartphone or smartwatch as their official University ID. Beginning in Summer 2023, Purdue adopted a mobile-first approach for students, making the Purdue Mobile ID the primary credential for most students.
Details
Transact Mobile Credentials is technology that enables authorized users the ability download the Transact eAccounts app, add their Purdue Mobile ID to either Apple Wallet or Google Wallet, and use their iPhone, Apple Watch, or Android smartphone to access campus buildings, purchase meals, and more, the same as they would their physical Purdue ID Card.
Mobile Credential uses industry-leading innovation to support a unique, efficient student experience. With Near Field Communication (NFC), students don't need to open an app to use their student ID; the phone just needs to be powered on with a lit screen for Google Wallet and have sufficient power for Apple Wallet. Details about Mobile Credentials can be found on the Card Operations Mobile-ID website.
With the Purdue Mobile ID, students will simply hold their mobile device to a reader to access residence halls and campus buildings, make transactions using Dining Dollars, Residential Dining Membership, and meal plans. Mobile Credentials utilizes a standard encrypted 16-digit ISO number vs the PUID number encoded on the mag stripe in our current plastic credentials. Mobile credentials are compatible with Transact and certified third-party partner and hardware integrations.
Departments that have special-use cases for the Purdue ID and want to ensure that their ID use cases and technology will support Purdue Mobile ID can reach out to ID Card Operations/Support for options and support. There are various technology solutions available to fit each need, and there will also be options to rent equipment for special events as needed. For more information, visit Services offered.
Beginning summer 2023, Purdue moved all incoming students to the mobile identification system, gradually phasing out the need for the hard-copy ID card for its 50,000 students on the West Lafayette campus.
Setting up Purdue Mobile ID-To get started, download the Transact eAccounts app, select Purdue, and authenticate with your two-factor authentication.