MADISON, Wis. – Long security lines and flight-day uncertainty have more travelers looking for ways to speed things up at the airport. If you already have TSA PreCheck, there’s another option that can make the ID check itself quicker with select airlines: TSA PreCheck Touchless ID.
Long security lines and flight-day uncertainty have more travelers looking for ways to speed things up at the airport. If you already have TSA PreCheck, there’s another option that can make the ID check itself quicker at select airports: TSA PreCheck Touchless ID.
Touchless ID uses facial recognition for identity verification at security checkpoints. TSA says it can make the process faster and more efficient—but you have to opt in through your airline, and the steps vary by carrier.
To enroll, you generally must have:
- TSA PreCheck
- A frequent-flyer account with a participating airline
- A Known Traveler Number (KTN) saved to that airline profile
- Valid passport information uploaded to your airline profile
Airline-by-airline: how to opt in
Alaska Airlines
To opt in on Alaska, you’ll do it through your Mileage Plan profile.
- Sign in to your Alaska frequent-flyer account.
- Add/confirm your KTN and passport information in your profile.
- Go to the Travel documents area.
- Select the option to add TSA PreCheck Touchless ID.
- You’ll stay enrolled until you choose to opt out.
American Airlines
American’s process runs through AAdvantage, and it requires renewing your opt-in each year.
- Log in to your AAdvantage account.
- Go to the Information and password section.
- Save your KTN and passport info to your profile.
- Find TSA PreCheck Touchless ID and check the opt-in box.
- Save your changes.
Delta Air Lines
Delta allows enrollment through your SkyMiles profile (app or website).
- In your SkyMiles profile, store your passport details and KTN (Fly Delta app or delta.com).
- Select the option to opt in to Touchless ID in your profile settings.
- At participating airports, watch for signage/markers indicating Touchless lanes.
Southwest Airlines
Southwest travelers opt in through Rapid Rewards, usually via the app.
- Log in to your Rapid Rewards account in the Southwest app.
- Choose TSA PreCheck Touchless ID.
- Use your phone to scan your passport, add your KTN, and confirm your opt-in.
- After saving, check your mobile boarding pass for a Touchless ID indicator.
United Airlines
United enrollment is inside your MileagePlus account in the United app.
- Open the United app and go to your MileagePlus account settings.
- Find TSA PreCheck / travel documents and add your passport info and KTN.
- Opt in to Touchless ID on the same page (before check-in).
- United notes you should review privacy details and give permission for facial scan ID use.
Good to know: Some airlines (including United and Delta) may also offer Touchless ID options at certain bag-drop locations at participating airports.
If your airport has Touchless ID, you’ll typically see a dedicated lane at the TSA checkpoint for Touchless ID users. Follow the signs indicating Touchless availability (varies by airport/terminal).
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