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KYC explained

# KYC

Identity verification under a service’s requirements.

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## IN THIS DOCUMENT

[What it means](https://koalavps.com/glossary-kyc/#section-1)[For hosting](https://koalavps.com/glossary-kyc/#section-2)[When can a check occur?](https://koalavps.com/glossary-kyc/#section-3)[Knowledge base](https://koalavps.com/resources/)

## What it means

Know Your Customer can refer to collecting and checking identity information under applicable obligations or provider policies. The specific process varies by service and jurisdiction.

## For hosting

Ask exactly what is required at signup, payment and recovery. Do not assume every provider or product uses the same checks.

## When can a check occur?

Read signup, payment, recovery and abuse procedures separately. A provider’s initial registration form may not describe every situation in which it requests additional information.

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