Vax Verify

You can access your immunization records by visiting the Vax Verify portal.

2. Can I add a child/minor/dependent to my Vax Verify profile?

You must have legal guardianship of the minor, and they must be under the age of 18.

3. Why can I not see the records of my child/minor/dependent?

If they are 18+ years old or have recently turned 18 years old, they must create their own Vax Verify account. If they are under the age of 18, the legal guardian can add the child/minor/dependent to their Vax Verify profile.

The household feature uses the registered user’s address to access the records of children/minors/dependents within their household. The immunization history provided by a child's/minor's/dependent’s healthcare provider would have to be associated to the registered user's address.

4. Can the minor/child/dependent under the age of 18 create their own profile?

No, the individual must be 18+ as one of the criteria to pass identity proofing.

5. I am over the age of 18, can my parent/guardian access my immunization data for me?

No, anyone 18 years of age or older will need to request their record. Minors must have a parent/guardian request their record using the Immunization Record Request and follow the instructions on the form.

6. What is the recommended desktop/mobile browsers for the IDPH Immunization Portal?

7. Can I edit my Vax Verify profile?

Yes. Once you log into the Vax Verify portal, there is a white and grey icon in the top right of the page. Click on the icon and select “Profile” from the drop down. Once on the Profile screen, select the blue “Edit” button at the top right of the screen. From here you can edit your profile. Once you confirm your updated information, you will be required to go through the Identity Verification process again.

8. What can I do if I am unable to see my immunization data on the dashboard?

Information outside of your COVID vaccine is not required to be reported to the I-CARE registry. You may need to contact your health provider and ask that they update the registry.

Also, if your registration information is different from what your healthcare provider reported, you can edit your profile information.

9. Who can I contact if I can't access the Vax Verify portal?

Fill out the Immunization Record Request and follow the instructions on the form.

10. Where can I get immunized?

Visit Vaccines.gov to find a location near you.

Registration and Account Activation

11. I registered, but I have not received the Account Activation email. What should I do next?

Remember to check your Spam folder, where automated email messages will sometimes be placed. If you are still unable to find the activation email, you can email support at ILogin.support@Illinois.gov.

12. What is the purpose of the Forgot Password setup?

When creating your Vax Verify profile, you are prompted to select a preferred Forgot Password verification method to create a new password. You can select one of the following methods to verify.

Text Message Example - When you request a Password Reset, you will receive a text message with a 6-digit code that will allow you to set a new password. This process helps us verify it is you requesting a password reset.

13. What is the purpose of the Multifactor Authentication (MFA) setup?

When setting up your Multifactor Authentication (MFA), you are prompted to select a preferred MFA method for a form of security in addition to your password. You can select one of the following methods to verify:

Text Message Example - When you request a Password Reset, you will receive a text message with a 6-digit code that will allow you to set a new password. This process helps us verify it is you requesting a password reset.

14. I am having issues during the Account Activation process setting up the Forgot Password or Multifactor Authentication (MFA). How can I get help?

15. I do not remember my password. How do I reset it?

To reset your password, please visit the ILogin Forgot Password page.

16. I can't reset my password via SMS or email. Why is this happening?

While registering for the portal, an email will be sent from ilogin.no-reply@illinois.gov to activate your account. After activating your account, you will need to create a password.

17. What address should I use during the registration process, my residential address or can I use my work address?

It is recommended you use your residential address to register as this will provide the best opportunity to successfully complete the Experian Identify Verification process. While you can use a work address, it will reduce the chance of successfully completing the Experian Identify Verification process.

Experian Identity Verification

18. Why is Experian used in the Identity Verification process to see my immunizations?

Due to regulations and the need to keep the individual’s immunization data private, the Vax verify portal uses an Experian Identity Verification process during the initial Account Activation to confirm the registered user's identity.

19. If I have placed a consumer freeze on my credit, will that impact the Identity Verification process?

No, residents do NOT need to remove a consumer freeze from their credit with Experian to complete the Identity Verification process.

20. Will the Identity Verification process affect my credit?

No, the Identity Verification process utilizes a "soft inquiry." Soft Inquiries are visible only to you, the consumer, and will have no impact on your credit report, history, or score.

21. Does limited credit history impact the Experian Identity Verification process?

Not necessarily. The Identity Verification process utilizes more than your credit history. The core credentials you provide are validated against a variety of identity data sources. These data sources include both credit and non-credit sources.

22. Why am I being asked for my social security number?

Providing your Social Security Number (SSN) is optional. However, providing an SSN may improve Experian’s ability to confirm your identity. Your SSN is NOT stored in the system if you choose to provide it.

23. Why am I receiving a message on the Identity Verification SSN page indicating that it cannot verify my identity?

Experian uses your SSN (if you provided it) and the information you provided when you registered to attempt to identify you. If you got this message, Experion couldn’t continue the identity verification because it couldn’t identify you or there was an issue with your credit score.

24. Why is Experian unable to verify my identity after answering the questions correctly?

Experian utilizes the information you provided during registration, your SSN (if you provided your SSN), and the answers to the questions to provide an identity verification. Experian then provides us with a level of confidence score. This score depends on the information you provided and several factors that may exist in your credit report. If you received this message, it indicates that Experian couldn’t identify you with the required confidence score or a condition existing on your credit report prevents them from continuing the identity verification process.

Immunization Dashboard

25. Why am I unable to access my immunization data via the Vax Verify portal?

Many factors can prevent a resident from accessing their immunization data. All immunization data comes from the IDPH I-CARE system using the First Name, Last Name, Date of Birth, and address provided during registration. You will not be able to access your immunization data via the Vax Verify portal if your healthcare provider submitted different information than you. In this case, you need to submit an Immunization Record Request and follow the instructions on the form.

26. I successfully retrieved my immunization record using the portal, but why are some of my immunization information missing?

All vaccines administered in Illinois are entered in I-CARE by the provider. Your record can be incomplete if:

Most adult childhood immunizations are not recorded in I-CARE since most providers were not mandated to report those vaccinations, and I-CARE was not in use before 2007.