Identyum has recently achieved a significant milestone with its Identyum ID Wallet, which has been certified under eIDAS 2.0 as an electronic identification means at a high level of assurance. Issued in July 2025, the certificate sets the highest security benchmarks for digital identity solutions across the EU. It provides strong assurance of top-tier security for users seeking safe and reliable ways to manage their digital identities.
What does a ‘high level of assurance’ under eIDAS 2.0 mean?
The eIDAS Regulation outlines three levels of assurance for electronic identification: low, substantial, and high, with the high level being the most stringent. The term “level of assurance” refers to the degree of confidence in the claimed identity of a person’s – in other words, how certain electronic identification service providers can be sure that the user authenticating with an ID wallet is truly that person and not someone else pretending to be him/her. The high level requires the strongest authentication methods to ensure maximum protection against sophisticated cyber threats. Essentially, this certificate indicates that the Identyum ID Wallet meets the EU’s most rigorous standards for electronic identification and authentication.
The certificate covers multiple possible scenarios for using the Identyum ID Wallet within the identity verification process. Accordingly, Identyum’s SMS based eID (electronic identification means) is certified under eIDAS 2.0 with a SUBSTANTIAL level of assurance, while identification via facial biometrics (WEB eID) or the mobile application (MOBILE eID) is certified with a HIGH level of assurance.
Technical Standards and Security Framework
Obtaining certification for the ID Wallet, as an electronic identification means under eIDAS 2.0 is based on the latest technical standards ETSI 319 401 v3.1.1 and ETSI TS 119 461 v2.1.1, which define security requirements for digital identity verification services. These standards outline strict protocols for managing biometric data and ensure that the entire identity verification process complies with European cybersecurity requirements. Specifically, ETSI TS 119 461 regulates identity verification services by setting standards for how evidence is captured, processed, and verified to confirm a person’s identity.
To achieve a high level of assurance for the three eID means under eIDAS 2.0, the Identyum ID Wallet integrates a comprehensive identity verification process that includes scanning and photographing the identity card, video verification, and liveness detection, all within a single session during the identity verification process, after which the corresponding eID means is issued. This multilayered approach ensures that identity verification meets the strict requirements of the high level of assurance, while maintaining a seamless user experience
Why is the “high level of assurance” certification under eIDAS 2.0 important for users of Identyum ID Wallet?
🔒 Enhanced Security and Fraud Prevention
The high level of assurance of the ID Wallet as an eID means, demonstrates that it provides the highest protection against identity theft and fraud, as it proves resilience against attacks with a high attack potential, unlike lower levels of assurance. This means that Identyum’s platform is designed to withstand sophisticated cyber threats. Users can therefore be confident that their personal data is protected from the most advanced forms of digital fraud. Obtaining the certificate proves that advanced authentication methods (biometric verification) comply with the latest security standards.
🔒 Complete User Control and Privacy Protection
The Identyum ID Wallet provides full and exclusive control over personal data. Users can selectively share information, revealing only what is necessary for specific transactions. For example, users can share their age without revealing their date of birth. The platform operates on the principle that without explicit user consent, no one, including Identyum, can access personal data, which aligns with GDPR requirements.
A New Standard for Digital Identity Security
Obtaining the high level of assurance certification for the Identyum ID Wallet is more than a technical achievement. Organizations and individuals seeking a reliable digital identity solution can place their trust in Identyum, knowing that their own data and their users’ data are protected by the most advanced security measures while remaining fully compliant with EU regulations.
The certificate also affirms Identyum’s position as a leading provider of digital identity services.