The OECD Council recommendation no. OECD/LEGAL/0353 on electronic authentication

Summary

The document outlines an OECD Council Recommendation concerning electronic authentication, emphasizing its importance for online trust, security, privacy, and the development of electronic commerce and governmental activities. The Recommendation encourages member countries to adopt technology-neutral approaches for domestic and cross-border electronic authentication, aligned with existing OECD guidelines on security and privacy. It promotes the development and use of secure and interoperable authentication products and services across sectors and jurisdictions. Additionally, the Recommendation highlights the importance of raising awareness of electronic authentication benefits and invites non-member economies to consider these guidelines. The OECD’s role in fostering international cooperation and policy coordination is underscored, with a focus on monitoring developments in electronic authentication and reviewing the Recommendation as needed.