Kakao Certificate Used by 30 Million People Within One Year of Launch

[Asia Economy Reporter Bu Aeri] Kakao Certificate has surpassed 30 million users within one year of its launch.

According to Kakao on the 15th, the Kakao Certificate allows users to access authentication services without installing a separate application or signing up. Since its launch in December last year, it has been used over 130 million times across various platforms such as the Korea Disease Control and Prevention Agency, Government24, and the National Tax Service.

Last year, Kakao was selected as a pilot operator for the expansion of electronic signatures in the public sector by the Ministry of the Interior and Safety. Since then, it has expanded its usage to dozens of public sites, starting with the National Tax Service Hometax, Government24, and the Anti-Corruption and Civil Rights Commission's 'People's Petition.' Last month, Kakao obtained the electronic signature certification operator qualification from the Ministry of Science and ICT and the Korea Internet & Security Agency.

Kakao Certificate users will be able to complete their year-end tax settlement not only on the web but also via mobile next year. The year-end tax settlement simplification services on the Government24 mobile app and the National Tax Service Hometax mobile app 'Sontax' will also be accessible through Kakao's simple login. ▶Refer to our exclusive report on December 8: Mobile Year-End Tax Settlement Now Possible with Kakao Certificate

Kakao also plans to expand the usage of Wallet QR. Wallet QR is a service that allows offline access authentication using QR codes within the KakaoTalk Wallet. Currently, it can be used at unmanned convenience stores and shops such as Seven Eleven Signature, Emart24, and CU. In the future, it plans to support adult verification for unmanned liquor vending machines by Shinsegae I&C.

Yang Ju-il, Head of Kakao Wallet Business Division, said, "Kakao Certificate has secured 30 million users within one year of its launch, establishing itself as a national certificate service," adding, "We will continue to provide various applications that enhance daily convenience and contribute to public welfare."