Campus life just got an upgrade. As a new IU student attending orientation, you’re among the first to experience the all-new digital CrimsonCard—your university ID, now in your Apple Wallet or Google Wallet.
Unlock buildings, pay for meals, print, and more — all with a quick tap.
Please note: You can only have one active CrimsonCard at a time—either physical or digital, but not both.
This exciting transition is launching in phases, starting with select orientation students and soon expanding to all IU students, faculty, and staff.
Let's get started!
Select the instructions that correspond with your mobile device.
Device-specific FAQs can be found on the Apple and Android instruction pages.
CrimsonCard is going digital to enhance convenience and improve the overall campus experience. By integrating CrimsonCard into the Apple Wallet and Google Wallet apps, students, faculty, and staff can easily access campus services without needing a physical card. The digital CrimsonCard will provide seamless access to buildings, dining, printing, and more, all from a smartphone.
You may only have one active CrimsonCard at a time—either physical or digital, not both.
If you set up your digital CrimsonCard on your device, you will not be eligible to receive a physical card.
If you obtain a physical CrimsonCard first and later switch to digital, your physical card will be deactivated once the digital version is set up.
The digital CrimsonCard can be used for the following:
IU Bloomington: Door/elevator access, printing, meal plans, laundry, and sports and recreation facilities
IU Indianapolis: Door/elevator access, printing, meal plans, and sports and recreation facilities
IU East: Door/elevator access
No, your digital CrimsonCard is provided at no cost.
New students, faculty, and staff: If you have never had a CrimsonCard, you are required to upload a photo and documentation verifying your identity. Step-by-step instructions are available on the Apple and Android instructionpages.
Existing CrimsonCard holders: Your current photo can be used for your digital CrimsonCard or you can upload a new photo.
CrimsonCard photos are valid for six years, and you will be required to upload a new photo upon expiration.
Please submit this opt-out form if you do not have compatible technology to use the digital CrimsonCard or prefer a physical CrimsonCard.
Your physical card will immediately deactivate and no longer function once you set up your digital Crimsoncard.
