An entity that verifies the Claimant's identity by verifying the Claimant's possession and control of a token using an authentication protocol. To do this, the Verifier may also need to validate credentials that link the token and identity and check their status. (SP 800-63) (NISTIR) An entity which is or represents the entity requiring an authenticated identity. A verifier includes the functions necessary for engaging in authentication exchanges. (FIPS 196) (NISTIR)
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An entity that verifies the Claimant's identity by verifying the Claimant's possession and control of a token using an authentication protocol. To do this, the Verifier may also need to validate credentials that link the token and identity and check their status. (SP 800-63) (NISTIR) An entity which is or represents the entity requiring an authenticated identity. A verifier includes the functions necessary for engaging in authentication exchanges. (FIPS 196) (NISTIR)
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Election Security Glossary. (2026). Verifier. In Election Security Glossary. Retrieved August 21, 2026, from https://electionsecurityglossary.com/glossary/verifier
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