luottamuspalveluiden

Luottamuspalveluiden, which translates to "trust services" in English, refers to a system within the European Union that facilitates the use of electronic identification and trust services for secure online transactions. This framework is established by the eIDAS Regulation (Regulation (EU) No 910/2014), which aims to create a single market for electronic transactions by ensuring that electronic identification and trust services used in one member state are recognized and accepted in all other member states.

Key components of luottamuspalveluiden include electronic identification (eID), electronic signatures, electronic seals, time stamps, registered electronic delivery services, and website authentication certificates. These services are designed to provide a high level of security and legal certainty for online interactions, allowing individuals and businesses to identify themselves electronically and sign documents with the same legal standing as a handwritten signature.

The regulation defines specific requirements and standards for providers of these trust services, known as qualified trust service providers. These providers are subject to strict oversight and must adhere to a set of rules to ensure the reliability and security of the services they offer. For example, qualified electronic signatures are considered equivalent to handwritten signatures across the EU.

The implementation of luottamuspalveluiden aims to boost digital transformation by simplifying cross-border online services, enhancing security, and fostering greater trust in electronic transactions. This enables seamless access to public and private sector services online, from registering a business to accessing government portals, all with a recognized and secure electronic identity.