I. Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

I. Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

  1. What is Digital Identity? Digital identityrepresents individuals, organizations or devices in the digital world. It covers various forms of online identification, from usernames and social network profiles to certificates and digital credentials.
  2. What is Self-Sovereign Identity? Self-Sovereign Identity is an approach to digital identity management where control is completely in the hands of individuals or entities, allowing them to own, control and share their personal information securely and efficiently.
  3. How does ISS differ from the current digital identity system? Unlike the current system, where third parties such as social platforms or service providers control the digital identity, SSI returns control to the user, eliminating intermediaries and reducing dependence on centralized entities.
  4. What are the main contrasts between federated and decentralized identities? Federated identity systems rely on trusted intermediaries for authentication, while decentralized identity systems eliminate intermediaries, thus improving security and privacy.
  5. What are the fundamental principles of SSI? The principles include decentralization, user control, privacy, security through cryptographic testing, interoperability, portability, simplicity, and extensibility.
  6. How does ISS apply in real life? SSI can be applied in various contexts, such as age verification, residency, educational credentials, medical records, and more, using verifiable credentials to share information securely and privately.
  7. How does ISS improve user privacy? Through direct control over who can access your personal information and the ability to disclose only the data necessary for a specific interaction.
  8. Does ISS require the use of blockchain? Yes, ISS uses blockchain technologies to decentralize identity control, ensuring the integrity and security of verifiable credentials.
  9. What are Decentralized Identifiers (DIDs)? DIDs are globally resolvable unique identifiers that are not tied to any central authority. They allow users to establish and control their digital presence independently, enhancing autonomy over their digital identities.
  10. What are Verifiable Credentials (VCs)? VCs are digital assertions issued by trusted entities and cryptographically signed. They represent various types of information and allow users to demonstrate specific attributes about themselves without revealing excessive personal details.
  11. Why are Verifiable Credentials important in the SSI ecosystem? They allow the verification of information without the need to disclose unnecessary personal data, promoting privacy and security of personal data.
  12. Who can issue Verifiable Credentials? Any trusted entity, such as governments, educational institutions, healthcare organizations, and enterprises, can issue verifiable credentials within the SSI ecosystem.
  13. What is Selective Disclosure? It is a feature of ISS that allows users to disclose only the information necessary for a transaction or verification, protecting their privacy.
  14. What is Extrimian’s role in digital identity? Extrimian offers solutions that align with the decentralized and self-sovereign identity paradigms. Its products focus on identity management, verification and authentication, designed to enhance security, privacy and user autonomy in the digital world.