IDfurther
IDfurther is a governance-driven framework and platform for federated identity and attribute data exchange intended to enable interoperable authentication and authorization across organizational boundaries. It seeks to unify identity proofing, consent management, and privacy-preserving data sharing within a common protocol stack.
The specification envisions three core layers: a verifiable identity layer for claims, an attribute exchange layer
Key components include an Identity Hub for secure storage and portability of identity wallets, Verifiers to
History and governance: Originating from a cross-industry initiative in the early 2020s, IDfurther is stewarded by
Reception and critique: Proponents credit IDfurther for reducing password fatigue and enabling frictionless yet secure sharing.
See also: Verifiable credentials, OAuth 2.0, SAML, Decentralized identifiers, Privacy by design.