Exploring the Potential Advantages of Adoption of One Login by HMRC

In 2021, the Government Digital Service (GDS) began developing a single, secure mechanism for central government services that could authenticate users’ identities. The resulting One Login service has now launched successfully and is proving to be a game changer. As a means of offering a single form of sign-in and identity verification, it is making things easier for users to access government services. Already, DWP, DBS, the Department for Environment, and many others have deployed this technology. Recently, HMRC has also started moving a small number of existing Government Gateway customers to the One Login platform. So, it is time to understand the potential advantages of this historic move of HMRC.

Streamlined HMRC Service Access 

Gone are the days when you have to memorise numerous sets of login to avail any government services. Now, it is possible to use One Login, which unifies several HMRC services under a single login credential, which means zero frustration. Moreover, you can do VAT registration, file tax returns, and access other vital HMRC services with absolute ease. However, it is always wise to consult a tax professional before moving ahead to minimise your tax liabilities and maintain tax compliance. This also implies that HMRC will soon request you to create a GOV.UK One Login and you need to go through a process of new authorisation and identity verification.

Enhanced User Experience 

One Login improves user experience by streamlining the login procedure and lowering obstacles to using HMRC services. It also eradicates one of your top concerns about security as it uses Multi-factor Authentication (MFA). By engaging with One Login of HMRC, people can save considerable time and effort. Moreover, it also comes with a user-friendly interface which promises easy navigation irrespective of whether the user is using a smartphone, a desktop or a laptop.

Inclusivity and Accessibility 

One Login by HMRC has improved the accessibility and inclusivity of its services for all users by offering a single login method. Even someone with a disability can navigate the entire HMRC website without any inconvenience with the help of speech recognition software or a screen reader. It is now apparent that HMRC is truly committed to promoting equality and inclusivity. It is anticipated that in coming years, One Login will allow other ID proofs, such as birth certificates so that more and more people can enjoy easy and fast accessibility to an array of government services.  

In a nutshell, One Login by HMRC offers an array of benefits to its users. Streamlined service access, inclusivity and an improved user experience are also a few of them. It is gradually changing the way to access and interact with HMRC’s online services. HMRC is determined to first migrate only those individuals to One Login who are representing their own tax affairs rather than in bulk. The idea is that as the GDS will improve the One Login platform over time, it will migrate more complex user groups in a phased manner so that there is no inconvenience to anyone in accessing its services.