The future is hurtling right towards us — and if you doubt that, you need only look at how quickly security checks and customs lines are progressing. From touchless Global Entry kiosks to passing Clear with just a scan of your eyes, we see advancements in technology everywhere.

A new hurdle was cleared earlier this year when Apple launched the ability to use your stored driver's license at Transportation Security Administration checkpoints. Although the program is still limited, it's growing. Let's look at how Mobile ID works, which TSA checkpoints it can be used at and when you can expect to see this launch at your home airport.

How does a digital ID work?

At this point, you'll need to be an Apple user with a Maryland or Arizona driver's license or state ID to create a Mobile ID that is eligible for use at TSA.

Apple allows you to add your driver's license to your mobile wallet if you've got an iPhone 8 (or later) running iOS 15.4 (or later). Otherwise, you can use the Apple Watch Series 4 and above, though it'll need to at least be running watchOS 8.4.

To add your license to your Apple product, you'll need to scan the front and the back of the card. You'll then have to prove your identity by completing a series of head movements and taking a selfie.

After that's completed, you'll need to authenticate yourself with either Touch ID or Face ID. Your information will then be sent to your state's issuing authority to be verified.

Apple and Idemia have worked together to allow this technology to come to airports; Apple will enable you to store your ID, while Idemia provides the TSA with Credential Authentication Technology readers. These readers can read the information stored on your Apple product.