HID Signs Agreement to Acquire IDmelon, Expand Passwordless Authentication Capabilities

  • Oct 15, 2025

HID, a worldwide leader in trusted identity solutions, today announced it has signed an agreement to acquire IDmelon, a Vancouver-based secure sign-in solution provider that streamlines the adoption of passwordless authentication through its proprietary software platform.

IDmelon’s offering allows users to turn existing identifiers, such as a physical credential, smartphone, or biometric, into enterprise-grade FIDO security keys. In addition to its software solution, IDmelon offers hardware that supports the FIDO standard, providing a seamless and secure login experience for its users.

“Users have become acutely aware of the problems with passwords,” said Björn Lidefelt, EVP and Head of HID. “By adding IDmelon to the HID family, we now provide an easier path to passwordless.”

The FIDO standard, or passkey, has emerged as a secure and convenient approach to eliminating passwords and replacing them with phishing-resistant MFA. Today, enterprises primarily use hardware security keys, including USB or NFC, whereas IDmelon offers a smart solution to leverage existing identifiers as FIDO security keys.

The IDmelon FIDO Management Platform makes it easier for organizations to move to passwordless authentication. It simplifies the user experience and connects physical and digital access into one seamless solution. By using existing cards or mobile devices, administrators can quickly register and manage users, while employees can log in securely with a PIN or biometric. This delivers strong security and a smooth transition to passwordless access—without major changes or disruptions, delivering real-time value.

The platform provides operational efficiency by centralizing passwordless authentication management. Admins can import users and groups, assign and manage access cards or security keys, enforce policies, and monitor activities—supporting a stronger identity-first security posture.

Martin Ladstaetter, SVP and Head of Identity and Access Management Solutions, HID, said, “We are committed to providing seamless, best-in-class passwordless authentication solutions. Now, with IDmelon in our portfolio, we are better equipped to help customers maximize their existing hardware investments by converting existing access cards into converged credentials – secure, multi-use keys that unify physical and logical access across the enterprise.”

Founded in 2019 and a member of the FIDO Alliance, IDmelon is now part of HID’s Identity and Access Management Solutions (IAMS) Business Area. The IDmelon solution is managed within the IAMS Authentication Business Unit and will benefit from HID’s sales and other global functions.

“At IDmelon, our vision is to empower people and organizations to stay focused on their businesses and thrive knowing that their identities are protected,” said Bahram Piri, CEO and Founder of IDmelon. “By joining forces with HID, we are in an even stronger position to help organizations overcome the growing problem of passwords to secure them against phishing and other credential-based attacks.”

The acquisition is subject to customary closing conditions and is expected to close in the fourth quarter of 2025.

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