This Regulation establishes detailed rules for the integrity and core functionalities of European Digital Identity Wallets (wallets). It is a crucial component of the European Digital Identity Framework, aiming to facilitate secure and interoperable digital identity services across EU Member States while ensuring personal data protection and privacy.The Regulation consists of four chapters covering general provisions, wallet integrity, core functionalities, and final provisions. It includes five annexes with technical standards and specifications. The act introduces new definitions and concepts related to wallet components, such as wallet units, wallet instances, and wallet secure cryptographic applications.Key provisions include:
- Requirements for wallet unit integrity and authentication mechanisms
- Specifications for secure cryptographic applications and devices
- Rules for transaction logging and data protection
- Support for qualified electronic signatures and seals
- Requirements for pseudonym generation and data portability
- Standards for person identification data and electronic attestations
The Regulation introduces significant changes by establishing detailed technical requirements and security standards that were not previously defined. It creates a comprehensive framework for the implementation of digital identity wallets, focusing on security, interoperability, and user privacy. The act provides specific technical standards and protocols that wallet providers must follow to ensure consistent implementation across the EU.Most important provisions for implementation include:
- Mandatory security features for wallet units and instances
- Requirements for transaction logging and user data protection
- Standards for handling person identification data and electronic attestations
- Rules for pseudonym generation and management
- Requirements for qualified electronic signatures and seals integration
- Specifications for data portability and export
