Accreditation under the framework

The Digital Identity Services Trust Framework aims to create a digital identity environment that is safe and trusted. It’s important that people can share their information safely and securely. Businesses and other who need this information need to know that the information they’re receiving can be trusted.

Digital identity service providers can become accredited under the Framework. This means they have proven that they meet, and continue to meet, the standards for using, storing and sharing personal and organisational information.

Role of the Trust Framework Authority

The Trust Framework Authority is the regulator of digital identity services that are accredited. It came into effect on 1 July 2024.

The Trust Framework Authority is a separate body function within the Department of Internal Affairs.

Responsibilities of the Trust Framework Authority

The Trust Framework Authority:

• accredits providers and services
• publishes the list of accredited providers and services on the Trust Framework Register
• makes sure accredited providers consistently meet the laws, rules and regulations of the Trust Framework
• assesses and investigates complaints made about accredited providers or services
• manages the accreditation mark for the Digital Identity Services Trust Framework.

Contact the Trust Framework Authority

Email: TFA@dia.govt.nz