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Technology & privacy
A local identification signal, an internet service and an aircraft awareness system are different things. These explanations help you make sense of the terms without needing a radio-engineering background.
Start with your question.
The essentials
What is Remote ID?
Understand the signal your drone sends, and why it matters.
Understand the technology
Direct, Network and Hybrid Remote ID explained
Does Remote ID need internet? Compare local radio broadcasts with networked and hybrid approaches in UK policy.
Privacy
What can people see through Remote ID?
Understand location broadcasts and access to registration details.
Understand the technology
Is Remote ID the same as ADS-B?
Two kinds of aircraft information, with different purposes.