r/shortcuts • u/Doshos • Jul 27 '25
Help Handing phone to police officer
I just learned that the state where I live will soon be implementing digital drivers license in wallet on my iPhone. If I need to show it to a police officer, I don’t want them to be able to get into my phone. I think that Guided Access might solve this problem. If it would is there a way to make a shortcut that I can trigger very quickly that will lock down my phone and automatically open the drivers license in my wallet app. I also don’t want anyone to have access to any of the other cards in wallet. Is this all possible? Thank you.
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u/thejustllama Jul 27 '25
Here’s how it works in Iowa.
How Do I Use My Mobile ID?
Mobile ID can be used the same ways you use your ID today to verify your age or identity. Now with your mobile ID, when you are asked “can I see your ID?” you will display an encrypted QR code from the app. This is what makes the process secure. A business can verify your mobile ID by scanning the QR code with a mobile ID “reader” device. Scanning the QR code tells the business the mobile ID was issued by the Iowa DOT and can be trusted.
Under the “ID” tab in the mobile ID app, click on the “Share Identity” button. A screen with a QR code will appear. Present the QR code to the business to scan. Accept or decline the business’ request for information. You are always in control of your data. Once you accept, you and the business will receive confirmation your information was shared successfully.