The Chinese Ministry of Public Security introduces new measures to simplify online identity verification.

The Chinese Ministry of Public Security plans to introduce "Internet Numbers" and "Internet Certificates" to simplify online identity verification. Users can voluntarily apply for these, which are used for non-plaintext registration and identity verification, avoiding the need to repeatedly provide plaintext personal identity information. The existing authentication methods remain valid, and internet access is still possible without "Internet Numbers" or "Internet Certificates." "Internet Numbers" obscure personal information, while "Internet Certificates" are simplified digital certificates, offering a safer and more convenient option in scenarios requiring identity verification.