# The UK doesn't want to force you to have a digital ID — but a 'trust me bro' approach won't make the cut

> "No to digital ID. " "Checkpoint Britain. " "A digital prison.

- **Source:** [TechRadar](https://www.techradar.com/vpn/vpn-privacy-security/the-uk-doesnt-want-to-force-you-to-have-a-digital-id-but-a-trust-me-bro-approach-wont-make-the-cut?utm_source=gearopen.com&utm_medium=referral&utm_campaign=feed&utm_content=69bd6953863f5ca34d8e1f2f)
- **Published:** 2026-03-20
- **Category:** Computers & IT
- **Tags:** #digital #approach #doesn #force #trust #britain #checkpoint #prison
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