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Cl@ve, BakQ, certificates and the apps you use to sign in. The steps are in Part B.

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  1. What is Cl@ve?

    Cl@ve is Spain's shared electronic ID for public services: a user and a password, plus PIN, Permanente and Móvil.

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  2. Which digital ID should I get first?

    The next office decides it: Import@ss names Cl@ve or a certificate; Bizkaia and Álava name Bak, BakQ and certificates.

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  3. What is the difference between Cl@ve PIN, Cl@ve Permanente and Cl@ve Móvil?

    PIN is a short-lived code, Permanente is a password on your DNI or NIE, and Móvil confirms a request in the app.

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  4. What is Import@ss?

    Import@ss is the Social Security portal and app for procedures such as the self-employed alta and asking for a NUSS.

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