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DRIVER IDUnique Digital IDRugged dropletNo-ID, No-Start

iButton - Driver ID

The iButton is a durable, coin-sized electronic key that provides instant, secure driver identification and authorization by simply touching it to a dashboard-mounted reader.

iButton - Driver ID

Technical Specifications

Technology1-Wire interface protocol
EnclosureStainless steel coin-cell "droplet" layout
RegistrationFactory-lasered, unique 64-bit registration number
PowerCompletely passive — requires no internal battery
DurabilityWaterproof, shock-resistant, dirt-proof
CompatibilityTeltonika and major advanced GPS trackers natively
SecurityConfigurable automated driver lockout logic

Key Features

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Each iButton key features a factory-lasered unique 64-bit code for absolute tamper-proof identity verification
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Maintenance-free, passive electronic design requires no charging or battery replacements
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Heavy-duty stainless steel droplet body easily survives harsh treatment, drops, and water exposure
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Connects via a simple 1-Wire interface to compatible GPS tracking devices
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Enables "No-ID, No-Start" security logic, keeping the engine locked until an authorized iButton is scanned
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Provides definitive driver accountability logs for compliance, payroll, and shift allocations

Ideal Use Cases

Driver Accountability

Driver Accountability

Link every trip, alert, speed violation, and idling event to a specific, verified driver profile.

Unified Staff Transport

Unified Staff Transport

Validate authorized personnel before they scan into company utility or logistics delivery vans.

Automated Vehicle Lockout

Automated Vehicle Lockout

Ensure heavy trucks are immobilised until a qualified, authorized iButton keyholder logs in.

Frequently Asked Questions

How is the iButton - Driver ID installed on a Kenyan fleet vehicle?

TrackAlways technicians install the iButton - Driver ID at your yard or a partner workshop in Nairobi and regional towns. Most light-vehicle installs take 45–90 minutes; tank sensors and trailer locks take longer because of calibration and mounting.

Is the iButton - Driver ID compatible with the Venus fleet platform?

Yes. The iButton - Driver ID is sold and supported as part of TrackAlways deployments on Venus, so live data, alerts, and history appear in the same East Africa fleet dashboard used in Kenya, Uganda, Tanzania, Rwanda, and Ethiopia.

What battery or power setup does the iButton - Driver ID use?

Power depends on the model. Wired trackers run from the vehicle 12V/24V supply with a backup cell; e-locks and BLE sensors use their own packs. Use the specifications on this page for the exact capacity and standby time.

How is the iButton - Driver ID priced in Kenya?

Hardware is quoted per unit plus a Venus subscription after a fleet assessment. Call +254 116 257 285 or email sales@trackalwaysafrica.com with vehicle count and use case for a Kenya or East Africa quote.