NIST Digital Identity Guidelines

The NIST Digital Identity Guidelines provide best practices for creating secure online systems that verify users' identities. They recommend methods such as strong passwords, multi-factor authentication (using more than one way to confirm identity), and secure account recovery. These guidelines aim to protect personal and organizational information from theft and fraud by establishing reliable, consistent procedures for verifying users’ identities across various digital platforms. They serve as a foundation for organizations to develop safe and trustworthy digital identities, balancing security with user convenience.