Iridian's iris recognition technology is strictly "opt in." The user must consciously elect to participate in iris recognition for authentication by presenting their eye to the camera. They also must be within a designated capture zone, which is located a comfortable distance away from the camera. The technology simply cannot work without the explicit cooperation of the end-user.

The camera uses standard video technology, and is therefore entirely non-invasive. There are no lasers, strong lights or any kind of harmful beams. Also, no physical contact is required.

Iris recognition technology is one of the most attractive forms of security, as it protects individual identities, and is based on something you are, not something you have or know — which can easily be compromised by being lost, stolen or forgotten.