Auðkenni was established in the year 2000
Due to the increasing demands of companies in finance and information technology for enhanced security in electronic transactions, Auðkenni has been owned by the public sector since 2022 and collaborates with numerous partners, including the financial sector, public entities, and leading companies in information technology and telecommunications. Furthermore, the company is also involved in extensive European cooperation.

Icelandic and international solutions
Auðkenni's services are based on Icelandic solutions, developed by the company itself, and international solutions that are tailored to Icelandic conditions. Auðkenni's electronic credentials play a key role in facilitating communication between individuals, companies, and institutions. Auðkenni's services and solutions are important pillars in the digital infrastructure of Icelandic society, and Auðkenni's role is to promote and facilitate secure communications.

Focused on the big picture in the story of Auðkenni
The year 2000
The year 2005
The year 2006
The year 2007
The year 2008
The year 2013
The workplace
Auðkenni is a sought-after and progressive workplace that skilled individuals aspire to work for. The company operates according to recognized standards, possesses important certifications, and is a sustainable enterprise run in accordance with moderate profitability goals. Currently, 31 individuals work at Auðkenni across four areas: the CEO's office, technical department, operations department, and service department.

Efficient, secure and progressive
These are our core values that underpin all our operations
Certifications
Auðkenni is a trusted service provider operating under the laws of electronic identification and trust services for electronic transactions No. 55/2019, the company is thereby subject to the regulation of the European Parliament and of the Council (EU) No. 910/2014 (eIDAS) and undergoes regular certifications against that regulatory framework. Auðkenni maintains a certified information security management system in accordance with the ISO/IEC 27001:2022 standard.

Social responsibility and sustainability
Auðkenni takes sustainability and social responsibility seriously, with the company's goal being to lead in secure identification and trust services, and to support the society's solutions towards sustainable development. The company is a member of Festu – a center for sustainability and Green Steps. Auðkenni has also received recognition from Creditinfo as an outstanding company.
