05/26/2026
Understanding Digital Identity
In an increasingly digital world, governments are turning to digital identity solutions to streamline the delivery of citizen services, enhance the security of Government-to-citizen interactions, and reduce fraud. A well-designed digital identity system enables secure, seamless access to government programs, travel credentials, and other essential services.
This guide explores what digital identity is, how it works, and the key frameworks shaping its implementation globally.
What is Digital Identity?
Without context, it is very difficult to land on a single definition of digital identity that satisfies everyone. NIST Special Publication (SP) 800-63-3 describes it as the unique representation of a subject (such as a person or entity) engaged in an online transaction.
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A well-designed digital identity system enables secure, seamless access to government programs, travel credentials and essential services.