Credentials and Authentication Index

Overview & Core Concepts

BluSKY Access Control — Overview
High‑level guide to how BluSKY manages people, access rights, and multi‑credential authentication (card, mobile, biometrics, PIN). Explains multi‑credential support (e.g., face + card or PIN) and why the Person Reader removes “dual systems” complexity. BluINFO Link. (BluINFO)

Unified Credentialing with BluSKY (Blog)
Explains the “single credential platform” approach in multi‑tenant buildings, supporting physical cards, mobile/NFC/BLE, QR/PIN, and biometrics under one policy set. Emphasizes simpler ops, reduced loss, and future‑proof tech adoption. BluINFO Link. (BluINFO)

The Evolution of Credential Technology in Physical Security (Blog)
A perspective piece on how credentials have matured—from prox cards to mobile and multi‑modal identity—why organizations should plan for blended authentication. Useful context for standards and migration planning. BluINFO Link. (BluINFO)

BluSKY Data Security (Brief)
Notes BluSKY’s identity foundation and 2‑factor confirmations for login credential changes; outlines compatibility with common identity providers. Good backgrounder for IT/SecOps. BluINFO Link. (BluINFO)

Mobile & Cloud Credentials (BluID, BluREMOTE, BluPASS)

BluB0X Mobile Access (BluID)
What BluID is, benefits (user convenience, real‑time issuance/revocation, strong binding to device), and admin model. Includes pricing sections and key deployment notes. BluINFO Link. (BluINFO)

BluID — Product Hub
Landing page for BluID Bluetooth digital credentials with links into tutorials and licensing. Use this as the starting point for BluID resources. BluINFO Link. (BluINFO)

BluID Tutorials (How‑to)
End‑user tutorials for mobile gestures (Tap/Twist/Wave/In‑Range), Apple Watch, BluREMOTE use, and common FAQs. Shows how to configure mobile access settings on devices. BluINFO Link. (BluINFO)

BluREMOTE (Datasheet)
Cloud Credential that opens doors/elevators via the network—no Bluetooth/NFC reader required. Works anywhere you have an internet‑connected access point, ideal for mixed reader environments. BluINFO Link. (BluINFO)

BluREMOTE — Overview & Usage Guide
Step‑by‑step on using cloud credentials for destination dispatch and relay elevators (floor selection and car assignment from the phone). Includes guest floor release use case. BluINFO Link. (BluINFO)

BluPASS (Visitor/Vendor Credentials)
Portfolio of temporary credentials: Cloud (BluREMOTE), Digital QR/Barcode, MiFARE, Prox, and Printed barcodes—issue in seconds for portals and elevators. Designed to shrink lobby lines and improve tenant experience. BluINFO Link. (BluINFO)

Tenant Guide: Implementing a Single Credential System
Quick‑start for tenants to unify base‑building and suite access on one credential (card, mobile, or biometric). Covers benefits, implementation path, and FAQs. BluINFO Link. (BluINFO)

BluSKY Tenant Administrator Quick Guide (Mobile Credentials)
Where to issue and manage BluB0X or HID mobile credentials in BluSKY, with notes on recycling unused credentials—no plastic card distribution required. BluINFO Link. (BluINFO)

BluPOINT Nano Reader (1 & 2)
Reader options that work with BluID gestures and integrate with HID Origo; supports tenant‑scoped credential pools and reporting for chargeback. BluINFO Link • BluINFO Link. (BluINFO)

RFID Cards & Reader Configuration

RF IDeas pcProx Plus (Overview)
Dual‑frequency reader (125 kHz + 13.56 MHz) for prox and contactless smart cards; useful for leveraging employee ID badges for authentication workflows. BluINFO Link. (BluINFO)

How to Install SmartCard Manager (pcProx / SmartCard Manager v2.0)
Step‑by‑step for connecting and programming an RF IDeas MIFARE reader to a PC. Helpful for staging enrollment readers. BluINFO Link. (BluINFO)

How to Wire and Configure an OSDP Reader
Guidance for wiring and enabling OSDP on HID readers and turning on OSDP in BluSKY. BluINFO Link. (BluINFO)

How to Configure Intelli‑M (Card Formats)
Where to set/modify Wiegand formats and card type parameters in Intelli‑M. Includes step sequence and screens. BluINFO Link. (BluINFO)

Remove & Re‑Sync Card Types (Controller Tooling)
Procedure for clearing card types in controllers, then resyncing people so only required formats are added. BluINFO Link. (BluINFO)

QR / Barcode Credentials

Configure a QScan Barcode Reader (How‑to)
Programming steps to ensure your QScan barcode reader properly reads barcodes generated by BluB0X. Includes printable config sheets. BluINFO Link. (BluINFO)

Configure a QR Code Reader (How‑to)
Similar barcode/QR reader programming instructions specifically for 2D QR codes issued by BluB0X. BluINFO Link. (BluINFO)

Mobile Credential Videos — QR at Turnstiles
Short videos on using mobile QR credentials at turnstiles and how car assignment can be displayed—helpful for training. BluINFO Link. (BluINFO)

White Paper: QR Codes & Multi‑Credential Access for Elevators
Why QR is ideal for visitor flows and how one multi‑credential device (Person Reader) can replace scanners/intercoms/cameras while enforcing floor‑level limits. BluINFO Link. (BluINFO)

PIN / Keypad Authentication

Portal/Elevator Reader Modes (Card vs. PIN)
Documented modes for Card Only, PIN Only, Card and PIN, or Card or PIN, including elevator use. Good reference for policy by time‑of‑day. BluINFO Link. (BluINFO)

Schedule‑Based Mode Change: Card Only → Card & PIN (How‑to)
Walkthrough to increase security after hours by requiring card + PIN on a schedule. BluINFO Link. (BluINFO)

Person Reader Configuration — PIN Requirements
Notes that all PINs must be unique, with system‑level settings to enforce length and uniqueness. Critical for accurate person identification at Person Readers. BluINFO Link. (BluINFO)

A&E Spec — Touchscreen PIN Scramble Keypad
Architectural spec calling out scrambled touchscreen PIN pads and PIN use as a factor in MFA. BluINFO Link. (BluINFO)

2FA / MFA & SSO (BluSKY Login Authentication)

BluSKY Login — 2FA Options & Workflow
Operator login options: appearance recognition, SMS code, email code; also SSO path and profile “Register” (for 2FA, preferences). Great for help‑desk scripts. BluINFO Link. (BluINFO)

Enable Two‑Factor Authentication on Your Person Profile (How‑to)
How admins/users enable 2FA for specific BluSKY users, with scope considerations. BluINFO Link. (BluINFO)

Release Notes — April 2024 (MFA Face Registration)
Adds Face Registration and dedicated Face Authentication screens for MFA in the BluSKY app. BluINFO Link. (BluINFO)

Release Notes — May 2024 (MFA Enhancements)
“Login via Code” option on face auth page and capture guidelines to improve recognition success. BluINFO Link. (BluINFO)

Release Notes — Nov 2024 (2FA UX Improvements)
Adds “Back” button on registration and updates SMS format to support automatic OTP reading. BluINFO Link. (BluINFO)

Release Notes — Jan 2025 (SSO Login Support)
Introduces SSO login flow for seamless single sign‑on access. BluINFO Link. (BluINFO)

SSO Integration (SAML) — Requirements & Setup
What IT must provide (EntityId, SSO/SLO URLs, signing/encryption preferences, certs) and BluSKY’s SAML endpoint details. BluINFO Link. (BluINFO)

BluSKY SSO Compatibility List
Compatibility list (Azure AD, Okta, OneLogin, Ping, etc.) for SSO deployments. BluINFO Link. (BluINFO)

Credential Lifecycle & Administration

Edit a Person’s Cards (Issuance & Attributes)
How to add prox/HID Mobile credentials, set internal/external numbers, facility code, start/end dates, usage limits, and optional PIN; includes card‑pool reclaim logic. BluINFO Link. (BluINFO)

Create a Card Upload (Bulk Issuance)
CSV‑based bulk load of cards/credentials into BluSKY—ideal for large migrations or batch onboarding. BluINFO Link. (BluINFO)

Credential User Flags — Definitions & Best Practices
Explains required Active Cardholder flag and recommends using start/end dates (instead of deleting flags) for deactivation; covers special flags for Mercury/DDE. BluINFO Link. (BluINFO)

Best Practices for Removing People
Guidance on end‑dating vs. deletion, and report visibility implications. Useful for revocation and audits. BluINFO Link. (BluINFO)

Basic Access Right Debugging (Checklist)
First principle: credential must be registered in BluSKY and synced to controllers; provides a structured approach to diagnosing denials. BluINFO Link. (BluINFO)

Use‑It‑Or‑Lose‑It (UoL) Highlighting
Why a person’s access is highlighted yellow and how to automate remediation (remove credential/access level, suspend, or end‑date). BluINFO Link. (BluINFO)

API Guidance: Effective Dates & Suspension Fields
Field mapping for StartDateTime, EndDateTime, and AccessRightsSuspended—useful for HRIS/SCIM or custom integrations automating credential lifecycle. BluINFO Link. (BluINFO)

Reports & Analytics

Credentials Report
Lists active cards with internal/external numbers, facility code, description, and occupancy; includes steps and video. BluINFO Link. (BluINFO)

Release Notes — April 2024 (Reporting Enhancements)
Improves reports with Person End Date and card expiration handling—makes credential governance clearer. BluINFO Link. (BluINFO)

Person Reader (Multi‑Credential Hardware)

Person Reader — Overview (HTML datasheet)
All‑in‑one intelligent reader/intercom/camera supporting RFID, Bluetooth, NFC, QR, PIN, and appearance/voice recognition with SIP audio/video. BluINFO Link. (BluINFO)

The Person Reader Series
Highlights that the Person Reader can identify by biometrics, name, card, Bluetooth, QR/Barcode, PIN, and Cloud Credential—ideal at doors, turnstiles, and elevators. BluINFO Link. (BluINFO)

Destination Dispatch Person Reader
DDE‑optimized model supporting NFC (Apple/Google Wallet), Bluetooth, RFID, QR for visitors, and PIN—with appearance recognition for hands‑free journeys. BluINFO Link. (BluINFO)

In‑Car Person Reader (New)
Elevator‑car mounted Person Reader—supports every credential type (prox, high/low‑freq RFID, Apple/Google Wallet NFC, BLE, QR, PIN, face, voice) and visitor flows. BluINFO Link. (BluINFO)

Opt‑In to Appearance/Voice as BluID (FAQ)
Ways for users/admins to opt‑in/opt‑out to use appearance/voice as credentials; notes on privacy and continuous learning. BluINFO Link. (BluINFO)

HID Mobile Credentials (HID Origo)

Assign an HID Mobile Credential to a Person (How‑to)
Step‑by‑step assignment from People → Cards; explains invitation workflow, expiry/reclaim if unaccepted, and mobile app install. BluINFO Link. (BluINFO)

Release Notes — Dec 2020 (HID Origo Support)
Announced HID Origo cloud mobile credential integration, with ongoing improvements in subsequent releases. BluINFO Link. (BluINFO)

Release Notes — Mar 2022 (Manage HID via BluSKY App)
Allows configuring and using HID Bluetooth credentials directly through the BluSKY app (replacing HID app for many tasks). BluINFO Link. (BluINFO)

Training, How‑Tos & Tools

Control Training — Simulate a Credential
How to simulate a credential at a door or floor stop—handy for testing access levels and troubleshooting user reports. BluINFO Link. (BluINFO)

TokenWorks Driver’s License Scanners (Setup)
Installation and BluSKY integration for M260/M280 ID scanners—often paired with visitor flows. BluINFO Link. (BluINFO)

IDWedge Pro (Form Filler Scanner)
Scans ID/magstripe cards and populates PC forms—useful at guard/visitor desks for data entry automation. BluINFO Link. (BluINFO)

Blogs & White Papers (Strategy & Thought Leadership)

Appearance Recognition in BluSKY (Short & Standard)
How appearance recognition complements card/phone/QR/PIN for faster, stronger authentication, and how images link to access events. Short • Standard. (BluINFO)

BluB0X Person Reader: Hands‑Free, Voice‑Smart, Destination‑Driven
Narrative walkthrough of hands‑free mobile and multimodal authentication journeys across turnstiles and elevators. BluINFO Link. (BluINFO)

Elevator Security in the Age of Mobile & Biometrics
Describes risks of static credentials in cars and how mobile + multi‑modal identity closes gaps; context for adopting BluID/QR/appearance. BluINFO Link. (BluINFO)

Apple & Google “Wallet Credentials” — Opinion
Opinion piece differentiating rebranded wallet credentials from BluSKY’s broader, AI‑driven multi‑modal approach. BluINFO Link. (BluINFO)

White Paper: From Card Readers to Multi‑Modal Identity (Elevators)
Outlines full credential spectrum (HID/NFC/BLE, Apple/Google Wallet, QR, PIN, face, voice) and how multi‑modal identity modernizes elevator journeys. BluINFO Link. (BluINFO)

Licensing

BluSKY Licenses (Credential SKUs)
SKU references for BluID, BluPASS (Bluetooth/Network/QR/MIFARE), and SSO licensing. Helps scoping budgets and quoting. BluINFO Link. (BluINFO)

BluSKY License Guidelines
Licensing basis by asset (people/readers) and technology, including BluID, BluHID, BluPASS, and inclusion of barcode/QR readers in Reader counts. BluINFO Link. (BluINFO)

Release Notes & Updates (Credential‑Relevant)

Dec 2020 — HID Origo cloud mobile credential integration introduced. BluINFO Link. (BluINFO)

Apr 2024 — MFA: Face Registration & Auth screens added in app. BluINFO Link. (BluINFO)

May 2024 (‑2) — MFA: “Login via Code” option and face capture guidelines. BluINFO Link. (BluINFO)

Nov 2024 — 2FA SMS OTP auto‑read; reg UX improvements. BluINFO Link. (BluINFO)

Jan 2025 — SSO login support added. BluINFO Link. (BluINFO)

Mar 2025 (‑2) — BluID Virtual Credential Management and BluREMOTE smart access updates. BluINFO Link. (BluINFO)

Solutions & Use Cases (By Vertical)

Commercial Tenants (Turnstiles + Mobile/Cloud Credentials)
Shows a turnkey tenant experience: all credential options, BluREMOTE for tenants and BluPASS for visitors, with DDE car assignment. BluINFO Link. (BluINFO)

Commercial Real Estate (Portfolio)
Unified approach combining biometrics, mobile credentials, and LPR—includes wallet and temporary guest credentials. BluINFO Link. (BluINFO)

Financial/Banking
Examples include simulating a credential when someone forgets a card; also notes remote overrides. BluINFO Link. (BluINFO)

Ports
Emphasizes Person Reader’s multi‑factor capabilities (face, card, Bluetooth, QR, Cloud Credential) and proof‑of‑presence photos. BluINFO Link. (BluINFO)

Support & Contact

Support Home (BluCARE)
Central help center and how to request new articles or assistance. BluINFO Link. (BluINFO)

Related Person Reader & Recognition Resources (Optional Reads)

The Person Reader — Slide Deck
Slides describing multi‑biometric, multi‑factor identity: biometrics, name, card, Bluetooth, QR/Barcode, PIN, and Cloud Credential. BluINFO Link. (BluINFO)

BluSKY EMS (Elevator Management System)
Shows kiosk models that read RFID, QR, Apple/Google Wallet, and Bluetooth credentials—plus voice for floor requests. BluINFO Link. (BluINFO)

A&E / Specifications (For Designers)

PACS Remote Device (A&E) — credential, keypad, and touchscreen features (e.g., scramble keypad). BluINFO Link. (BluINFO)

PACS Hardware (A&E) — controller capabilities including PIN length and offline modes that influence authentication behavior. BluINFO Link. (BluINFO)

Notes on Terminology

BluID = BluB0X mobile digital credential.

BluREMOTE = Cloud Credential (no Bluetooth/NFC reader required).

BluPASS = Visitor/vendor credential family (Cloud, QR/Barcode, MiFARE, Prox, Printed).

BluHID = HID mobile credential licensing option inside BluSKY (when tenants choose HID). (BluINFO)