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The bank says its internet banking customers will no longer have to remember a password or memorable places and dates to access accounts.
Barclays has already introduced voice recognition software, but it is only available to certain clients.
HSBC says its service will be offered to up to 15 million banking customers.
First Direct's customers will be offered the voice and fingerprint recognition system over the next few weeks, followed by HSBC's in the summer.
Francesca McDonagh, HSBC UK's head of retail banking and wealth management, described the change as "the largest planned rollout of voice biometric security technology in the UK".
She said: "The launch of voice and touch ID makes it even quicker and easier for customers to access their bank account, using the most secure form of password technology - the body."
Touch ID is currently available on all Apple mobile devices for both HSBC and First Direct. Customers must download the mobile banking app and follow the instructions to link their fingerprint to it.
HSBC offers voice and fingerprint ID system to customers - BBC News
Barclays has already introduced voice recognition software, but it is only available to certain clients.
HSBC says its service will be offered to up to 15 million banking customers.
First Direct's customers will be offered the voice and fingerprint recognition system over the next few weeks, followed by HSBC's in the summer.
Francesca McDonagh, HSBC UK's head of retail banking and wealth management, described the change as "the largest planned rollout of voice biometric security technology in the UK".
She said: "The launch of voice and touch ID makes it even quicker and easier for customers to access their bank account, using the most secure form of password technology - the body."
Touch ID is currently available on all Apple mobile devices for both HSBC and First Direct. Customers must download the mobile banking app and follow the instructions to link their fingerprint to it.
HSBC offers voice and fingerprint ID system to customers - BBC News
