SAN FRANCISCO — The Web Sovereignty Foundation today launched the Decentralized ID (DID) standard. The open-source protocol aims to provide users with a secure digital identity that operates without centralized databases.

The standard relies on public-key cryptography to authorize logins.

Key Features of DID * **User Control**: Users hold their private keys locally on secure device enclaves. * **Passwordless Authentication**: Cryptographic handshakes replace usernames and passwords, eliminating phishing vectors. * **Selective Disclosure**: Allows users to share specific attributes (e.g., verifying age without disclosing date of birth).

Foundation representatives stated, 'Decentralized identity is a key milestone for digital privacy. By eliminating centralized user databases, we protect citizens from data breaches while simplifying authentication across the web.'