Trusted wallets for citizens, consumers and professionals
A personal identity wallet lets an individual receive, store and present digital credentials, such as an identity document, diploma or proof of age. Unlike a wallet focused on payments or cryptocurrency, its main purpose is to help people share verifiable information about themselves. Supported credentials, availability and privacy features vary by wallet and service. Just like what you see evolving in Apple Wallet and Google Wallet, these digital wallets also support verifiable credentials, unlocking new possibilities for trusted digital interactions.
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The European Digital Identity Wallet (EUDI Wallet) is a person-centric digital wallet being developed at the EU level to give citizens and residents a trusted and interoperable digital identity, enabling them to manage verifiable credentials, selectively share personal data, and access public and private services across Europe.
We’re already getting used to the idea of digital wallets, using them for payments, event tickets, or even mobile driver’s licenses. Solutions like Apple Wallet and Google Wallet are now part of daily life, and the next generation of personal wallets builds on that familiarity to support trusted digital identity.
Personal wallets are typically mobile apps and increasingly come pre-installed on smartphones or integrated with national digital ID programs.
Why personal wallets matter
Personal wallets empower individuals to take control of their digital data: secure, portable, and privacy-friendly. They enable three essential interactions in the digital trust ecosystem:
Holder
Safely stores digital credentials such as ID cards, diplomas, licenses, and access passes on the individual’s device.
Presenter
Lets individuals selectively share data with service providers, employers, or authorities, only when and where they choose.
Consent Manager
Helps users stay in control of what’s shared, when, and with whom, offering transparency and revocability.