Smarter ID Checks: How Dynamsoft MRZ and Microblink ID Help Notaries Work Faster and Safer

April 15, 2025

Level up your client experience with fast, secure, and accurate ID scanning tools.

Why ID Scanning Matters for Notaries

In every notarization, verifying someone’s identity is a must. But manually reviewing IDs with the naked eye leaves room for error. Whether you’re working with a law firm, title office, or mortgage client, you need technology tools to aid in fraud prevention. 

That’s where Dynamsoft MRZ Scanner and Microblink ID Scanning come in. 

Dynamsoft MRZ Scanner: Fast and Reliable Passport Scanning

The Dynamsoft MRZ Scanner uses your phone scan the machine-readable zone (MRZ) on passports and similar IDs. It instantly pulls information from that code at the bottom of a passport, making international signings quick and simple.

Features:

  • Scans MRZs on passports 
  • Extracts full name, passport number, DOB, expiration date 
  • Works with iOS, Android, and desktop systems 
  • Fast camera-based OCR technology 
  • No manual data entry needed

Pros:

  • Quick passport verification 
  • Great for international clients or those investing in foreign real estate 
  • Easy to use with mobile devices

Cons:

  • Only works with MRZ-enabled documents ( passports ) 
  • Less useful for state-issued IDs or driver’s licenses 
  • Requires good lighting and clear camera focus 

Microblink ID Scanning: Advanced ID Checks Made Easy

Microblink goes a step further by scanning both the front and back of U.S. driver’s licenses, state IDs, and passports. It uses AI and OCR to pull and verify ID details instantly.

Features:

  • Scans U.S. driver’s licenses, state IDs, and passports 
  • Extracts name, address, ID number, photo, barcode 
  • Detects tampered or expired IDs 
  • Works on mobile devices and web platforms 
  • Offers SDK for integration with apps and tools 

Pros:

  • Works with a wide range of ID types ( Drivers licenses, State Identification Cards ) 
  • Built-in fraud detection 
  • Great for high-volume and remote notary work 
  • Easy to integrate with your notary platform 

Cons:

  • May require a subscription or license 
  • Slightly longer scan time vs. MRZ 
  • Advanced features might need setup support

Why These Tools Matter for Notaries and Legal Pros

Whether you're notarizing a real estate closing, a legal affidavit, or a power of attorney, these tools help:


  • Save time by scanning ID data in seconds 
  • Aid in fraud prevention by validating IDs 
  • Build client trust by using secure, modern tools


Mobile notaries, law firms, and signing services can all benefit from these security solutions.

Work Smarter, Not Harder

Smart notaries know that speed, accuracy, and trust are everything. With tools like Dynamsoft MRZ and Microblink, you can verify identities quickly and confidently—whether you're at the office or on the go.

Want to upgrade your notary toolkit?

Reach out to learn how these ID scanning tools can help you work faster, safer, and smarter.

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