---
title: participantID()
framework: gamekit
role: symbol
role_heading: Instance Method
path: gamekit/gkvoicechatclient/participantid()
---

# participantID()

Returns a string that uniquely identifies the local user.

## Declaration

```swift
func participantID() -> String
```

## Return Value

Return Value A string that can be used by other participants to connect to the local user.

## Discussion

Discussion The client decides the format and meaning of the participant identifier.