A human's digital identity on the web comprises that person's data, credentials, and identifiers – any personally identifiable information (PII). For example, a person's passwords, account numbers, browsing history, and social media profiles are all part of their digital identity.
Digital identity is essential for authentication and verification on the web – essential components for building a culture of trust on online platforms where strangers interact. They are the steps following identification claims that confirm and reconfirm that the claim is valid:
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