Decentralized Identifier (DID)

A Decentralized Identifier (DID) is a new type of globally unique identifier that is created, owned, and controlled by the individual or entity it identifies, without relying on any central authority. DIDs are stored on a blockchain or distributed ledger and can be used to verify identity, credentials, and claims in a privacy-preserving way. They are a foundational building block for self-sovereign identity in Web3, allowing users to prove things about themselves without revealing unnecessary personal information.