eidigitaalinen
Eidigitaalinen is a Finnish term used in discussions of electronic identity and related digital identity management. It refers to the ecosystem by which individuals establish and prove their identity for online services, and by which services verify user attributes and grant access. The concept encompasses verification, authentication, authorization, and the exchange of consented attribute data, with attention to privacy and interoperability.
Etymology and scope: the term combines the widely used abbreviation eID (electronic identity) with digitaalinen (digital)
Key components and technologies: eidigitaalinen relies on identity data (personal attributes), verification processes (document checks, Know
Standards and governance: the concept aligns with European and national efforts, notably the EU eIDAS Regulation
Benefits and challenges: eidigitaalinen aims to improve convenience, security, and interoperability while enabling controlled data sharing.
See also: eIDAS, digital identity, identity provider, privacy by design, Suomi.fi.