Digital ID

A digital representation of an individual's identity — verified through cryptographic, biometric, or institutional means — used to authenticate identity in online environments. In the creator economy, digital ID is relevant in multiple contexts: KYC (Know Your Customer) verification required by payment platforms and financial services, age verification systems for age-gated content, and emerging Web3 identity systems that tie ownership and reputation to a verifiable on-chain identity. As platforms increase identity verification requirements, understanding digital ID systems becomes increasingly important for creators operating across multiple platforms.