Yhteysnumerot

Yhteysnumerot are a system of numbers used to identify a certain device or object in a network in Finland. This system works in conjunction with personal identity codes, which are used to identify Finnish residents. Yhteysnumerot was introduced in 2002 by the Finish Communications Regulatory Authority, Verkko.

The yhteysnumero is a series of 7-8 numbers that is assigned to a device or a person. It is used to uniquely identify the object in the network. The number is usually a combination of numbers and letters, and it is case-sensitive. The yhteysnumero can be seen in customer service interactions and when contacting a technical support service.

The yhteysnumero is stored in the device's software, and it is required by law that all devices that require registration or usage in Finland have a valid yhteysnumero. The number is used by the service providers to identify the device and to provide service. The yhteysnumero is also used for identification and tracking purposes in some cases.

In the past, yhteysnumbers were required for internet service providers, but now the Local Register System has taken its place, the voluntary register. The use of yhteysnumeron for identification purposes has decreased since the introduction of EU regulations. Therefore, it's rare to request a yhteysnumber for registration or identification in Finland.