### 1. where certification is requested by a transmission system owner , a transmission system operator , a hydrogen network operator or a hydrogen network owner which is controlled by a person or persons from a third country or third countries , the regulatory authority shall notify the commission. ### 1. where certification is requested by a transmission system owner , a transmission system operator , a hydrogen network operator or a hydrogen network owner which is directly or indirectly controlled by a person or persons from a third country or third countries , the regulatory authority shall notify the commission.


### to the regulatory authority or to another competent authority designated by the member state that granting certification will not put at risk the security of energy supply of the member state and the union . in considering that question the regulatory authority or other competent authority so designated shall take into account: ### to the regulatory authority or to another competent authority designated by the member state that granting certification will not put at risk the security of energy supply of the member state or the union . in considering that question the regulatory authority or other competent authority so designated shall take into account:


### the specific facts of the case and the third country or third countries concerned; and ### the specific facts of the case and the third country or third countries concerned , including the track record of that third country’s implementation of its obligations as energy supplier in a fair , transparent , credible and unbiased manner , as well as the track record of union-wide sanctions against that third country; and


### member states shall designate , or shall require undertakings which own natural gas storage , hydrogen storage , lng facilities and hydrogen terminals to designate , for a period of time to be determined by member states , having regard to considerations of efficiency and economic balance , one or more operators for these infrastructure . ### member states shall designate , or shall require undertakings which own natural gas storage , hydrogen and ammonia storage , lng facilities and hydrogen and ammonia terminals to designate , for a period of time to be determined by member states , having regard to considerations of efficiency and economic balance , one or more operators for these infrastructure .


### 3. undertakings shall , in their internal accounting , keep separate accounts for each of their transmission , distribution , lng , hydrogen terminal , natural gas and hydrogen storage and hydrogen transport activities as they would be required to do if the activities in question were carried out by separate undertakings , with a view to avoiding discrimination , cross-subsidisation and distortion of competition. they shall also keep accounts , which may be consolidated , for other activities not relating to transmission , distribution , lng . hydrogen terminal , natural gas and hydrogen storage and hydrogen transport activities . . revenue from ownership of the transmission , distribution or hydrogen network shall be specified in the accounts. where appropriate , they shall keep consolidated accounts for other , non-gas activities. the internal accounts shall include a balance sheet and a profit and loss account for each activity. ### 3. undertakings shall , in their internal accounting , keep separate accounts for each of their transmission , distribution , lng , hydrogen terminal , natural gas and hydrogen storage and hydrogen transport activities as they would be required to do if the activities in question were carried out by separate undertakings , with a view to avoiding discrimination , cross-subsidisation and distortion of competition. they shall also keep accounts , which may be consolidated , for other activities not relating to transmission , distribution , lng . hydrogen terminal , natural gas and hydrogen storage and hydrogen transport activities . . revenue from ownership of the transmission , distribution or hydrogen network shall be specified in the accounts. where appropriate , they shall keep consolidated accounts for other , non-gas activities. the internal accounts shall include a balance sheet and a profit and loss account for each activity. under no circumstances , revenues or profits from one activity can be allocated to expenses in other activities.


### act independently from any market interest; ### act independently from any market or political interest;


### (ii) do not seek or take direct instructions from any government or other public or private entity when carrying out the regulatory tasks. that requirement is without prejudice to close cooperation , as appropriate , with other relevant national authorities or to general policy guidelines issued by the government and not related to the regulatory powers and duties under article 72. ### (ii) do not seek or take direct instructions from any government or other public or private entity when carrying out the regulatory tasks. that requirement is without prejudice to close cooperation , as appropriate , with other relevant national authorities and consumer representative bodies or to general policy guidelines issued by the government and not related to the regulatory powers and duties under article 72.


### the members of the board of the regulatory authority or , in the absence of a board , the regulatory authority’s top management are appointed for a fixed term of five up to seven years , renewable once. ### the members of the board of the regulatory authority or , in the absence of a board , the regulatory authority’s top management are gender balanced and appointed for a fixed term of five up to seven years , renewable once.


### 6. by 5 july 2022 and every four years thereafter , the commission shall submit a report to the european parliament and the council on the compliance of national authorities with the principle of independence set out in this article. ### 6. by 5 july 2022 and every four years thereafter , the commission shall submit a report to the european parliament and the council on the compliance of national authorities with the principle of independence , including on board gender balance , set out in this article , and in case of non-compliance analyse the issue and provide recommendations for resolving them. the reports shall be made publicly available.


### fixing or approving , in accordance with transparent criteria , transmission or distribution tariffs or their methodologies , or both ; ### fixing or approving , in accordance with transparent criteria , and publishing transmission and distribution tariffs and their methodologies and their assumptions;


### as of 1 january 2031 or as from the date of applying article 31(1) of this directive , fixing or approving , in accordance with transparent criteria , tariffs for hydrogen network access or their methodologies , or both; ### as from the date of applying article 31(1) of this directive , fixing or approving , in accordance with transparent criteria , and publishing tariffs for hydrogen network access their methodologies and their assumptions;


### ensuring compliance of transmission system operators and distribution system operators , and where relevant , system owners , hydrogen network operators as well as of any natural gas and hydrogen undertakings and other market participants , including citizen energy communities , with their obligations under this directive , [the recast gas regulation as proposed in com(2021) xxx] ,the network codes and guidelines adopted pursuant article 52 and 53 of gas regulation , regulation (eu) 2017/1938 and other relevant union legislation , including as regards cross-border issues , as well as acer’s decisions ; ### ensuring compliance of transmission system operators and distribution system operators , and where relevant , system owners , hydrogen network operators as well as of any natural gas and hydrogen undertakings and other market participants , including renewable energy communities , with their obligations under this directive , [the recast gas regulation as proposed in com(2021) xxx] ,the network codes and guidelines adopted pursuant article 52 and 53 of gas regulation , regulation (eu) 2017/1938 and other relevant union legislation , including as regards cross-border issues , as well as acer’s decisions ;


### examining and providing an assessment of the overview submitted by hydrogen network operators on the development of hydrogen transport infrastructure in accordance with article 52 , taking the overall energy-economic necessity of the hydrogen network into account in this examination as well as the joint scenario framework under the article 51 (2) , point (e) on network development planning; ### deleted


### monitoring the level and effectiveness of market opening and competition at wholesale and retail levels , including on natural gas and hydrogen exchanges , prices for household customers including prepayment systems , switching rates , disconnection rates , charges for and the execution of maintenance services and complaints by household customers , as well as any distortion or restriction of competition , including providing any relevant information , and bringing any relevant cases to the relevant competition authorities; ### actively monitoring the level and effectiveness of market opening and competition at wholesale and retail levels , including on natural gas and hydrogen exchanges , prices for household customers including prepayment systems , price spikes and their impact on retail and consumer prices , the relationship between household prices and wholesale prices , how network costs and policy levies are passed through to customers , the evolution of supplier operational costs and margins across different final customer groups , the number of tariffs available to different consumer groups , number of offers restricted to different sales channels , number of customers on bundled contracts , satisfaction with the service provided by their supplier and complaint handling services , switching rates and switching times , including gas switches , disconnection rates , charges for and the execution of maintenance services , number of disconnections and reasons for disconnections and customers in debt (in particular for those in energy poverty and vulnerable situation) , number of customers in energy poverty or vulnerable situations , and complaints by household customers , as well as any distortion or restriction of competition , including providing any relevant information , and bringing any relevant cases to the relevant competition or consumer authorities , share of energy efficiency measures (under article 8 of the energy efficiency directive) implemented as a priority in households affected by energy poverty and in social housing;


### (ee) approving and amending the network development plan; ### (ee) developing the net zero infrastructure plan according to article 51;


### (ii) monitoring the removal of unjustified obstacles to and restrictions on the development of consumption of self-generated renewable natural gas and citizen energy communities. ### (ii) monitoring the removal of unjustified obstacles to and restrictions on the development of consumption of self-generated renewable natural gas and renewable energy communities and prevent misuse of energy communities by market participants.


### 4. before adopting a delegated act , the commission shall consult experts designated by each member state in accordance with the principles laid down in the interinstitutional agreement of 13 april 2016 on better law-making. ### 4. before adopting a delegated act , the commission shall consult all relevant stakeholders , the public and experts designated by each member state in accordance with the principles laid down in the interinstitutional agreement of 13 april 2016 on better law-making and with the paragraph 6a. the commission shall also receive an independent opinion form the european scientific advisory board on climate change as to whether the delegated act contributes to achieving the union’s energy and climate targets.


### by 31 december 2030 the commission shall review this directive and shall submit a report to the european parliament and to the council. the review shall in particular examine the application of article 8 , and related definitions in article 2 , to assess whether facilities that begin operation from 1 january 2031 should demonstrate higher greenhouse gas emission savings from the use of low carbon fuels and low carbon hydrogen to receive certification pursuant to that article. . ### by 31 december 2027 and every 5 years thereafter , the commission shall submit a report to the european parliament and to the council. the report shall in particular examine the:


### information on final customers' rights as regards out-of-court dispute settlement , including the contact details of the entity responsible pursuant to article 26; ### information on where to find online information or how to request offline information on all final customers' rights including as regards out-of-court dispute settlement , on the complaint handling process , including the contact details of the entity responsible pursuant to article 26;


### billing on the basis of actual consumption shall take place at least once a year; ### billing on the basis of actual consumption shall take place at least once a year ,where the final customer has a meter that allows remote reading by the operator , the final customer shall not be charged for unbilled energy consumed prior to the billing period covered in the statement of account;


### where the final customer does not have a meter that allows remote reading by the operator , or where the final customer has actively chosen to disable remote reading in accordance with national law , accurate billing information based on actual consumption shall be made available to the final customer at least every six months , or once every three months , if requested or where the final customer has opted to receive electronic billing; ### where the final customer does not have a meter that allows remote reading by the operator , or where the final customer has actively chosen to disable remote reading in accordance with national law , accurate billing information based on actual consumption shall be made available to the final customer at least every three months , or once every month , if requested or where the final customer has opted to receive electronic billing;


### where the final customer does not have a meter that allows remote reading by the operator , or where the final customer has actively chosen to disable remote reading in accordance with national law , the obligations in points (a) and (b) may be fulfilled by means of a system of regular self-reading by the final customer , whereby the final customer communicates readings from the meter to the operator; billing or billing information may be based on estimated consumption or a flat rate only where the final customer has not provided a meter reading for a given billing interval; ### where the final customer does not have a meter that allows remote reading by the operator , or where the final customer has actively chosen to disable remote reading in accordance with national law , the obligations in points (a) and (b) may be fulfilled by means of a system of regular voluntary self-reading by the final customer , whereby the final customer communicates readings from the meter to the operator; billing or billing information may be based on estimated consumption or a flat rate only where the final customer has not provided a meter reading for a given billing interval. the estimated consumption shall be based on the previous year consumption and/or on the consumption of a comparable final customer;


### 1. member states shall ensure the deployment of smart metering systems in their territories that may be subject to an economic assessment of all the long-term costs and benefits to the market and the individual consumer or which form of smart metering is economically reasonable and cost-effective and which timeframe is feasible for their distribution. ### 1. member states shall conduct an economic assessment of all the long-term costs and benefits to the market and the individual industrial consumer or which form of smart metering is economically reasonable and cost-effective and which timeframe is feasible for their distribution.


### such assessment shall also duly consider potential synergies with an already rolled-out electricity smart metering infrastructure , or options for selective rollouts to cases that can quickly return net benefits to keep costs in check. ### such assessment shall also duly consider potential synergies with an already rolled-out electricity smart metering infrastructure , or options for selective rollouts to cases that can quickly return net benefits to keep costs in check. electricity smart metering infrastructure should be duly compensated for the utilisation of the system in place or for its upgrading.


### 3. subject to that assessment , member states , shall prepare a timetable with a target of up to ten years for the deployment of smart metering systems. where the deployment of smart metering systems is assessed positively , at least 80 % of final customers shall be equipped with smart meters within seven years of the date of the positive assessment. ### 3. subject to a positive assessment , member states , shall prepare a timetable with a target of up to ten years for the deployment of smart metering systems for industrial customers.


### amendment ### amendment


### text proposed by the commission ### text proposed by the commission


### (1) the commission communication of 19 february 2020 , entitled “shaping europe’s digital future”16 announces a revision of regulation (eu) no 910/2014 of the european parliament and of the council with the aim of improving its effectiveness , extend its benefits to the private sector and promote trusted digital identities for all europeans. ### (1) the commission communication of 19 february 2020 , entitled “shaping europe’s digital future”16 announces a revision of regulation (eu) no 910/2014 of the european parliament and of the council with the aim of improving its effectiveness , extend its benefits to the private sector and promote trusted digital identities for all citizens and other residents as defined by national law.


### (4) a more harmonised approach to digital identification should reduce the risks and costs of the current fragmentation due to the use of divergent national solutions and will strengthen the single market by allowing citizens , other residents as defined by national law and businesses to identify online in a convenient and uniform way across the union. everyone should be able to securely access public and private services relying on an improved ecosystem for trust services and on verified proofs of identity and attestations of attributes , such as a university degree legally recognised and accepted everywhere in the union. the framework for a european digital identity aims to achieve a shift from the reliance on national digital identity solutions only , to the provision of electronic attestations of attributes valid at european level. providers of electronic attestations of attributes should benefit from a clear and uniform set of rules and public administrations should be able to rely on electronic documents in a given format. ### (4) a more harmonised approach to digital identification should reduce the risks and costs of the current fragmentation due to the use of divergent national solutions and will strengthen the single market by allowing citizens , other residents as defined by national law and businesses to identify online in a convenient and uniform way across the union. everyone should be able to securely access public and private services relying on an improved ecosystem for trust services and on verified proofs of identity and attestations of attributes , such as a university degree legally recognised and accepted everywhere in the union. the framework for a european digital identity aims to achieve a shift from the reliance on national digital identity solutions only , to the provision of electronic attestations of attributes valid at european level. providers of electronic attestations of attributes should benefit from a clear and uniform set of rules and public administrations should be able to rely on electronic documents in a given format. given the variable impact that such digitalisation of administrative procedures can have on the public budget in different member states , a harmonised framework should aim at streamlining the economic aspects applicable to the provision of electronic attestations of attributes by member states authorities , and thereby further reduce discrepancies among member states.


### (7) it is necessary to set out the harmonised conditions for the establishment of a framework for european digital identity wallets to be issued by member states , which should empower all union citizens and other residents as defined by national law to share securely data related to their identity in a user friendly and convenient way under the sole control of the user. technologies used to achieve those objectives should be developed aiming towards the highest level of security , user convenience and wide usability. member states should ensure equal access to digital identification to all their nationals and residents. ### (7) it is necessary to set out the harmonised conditions for the establishment of a framework for european digital identity wallets to be issued by member states , which should empower all union citizens and other residents as defined by national law to retain full control over their choice to use the wallet , to store data and to share securely data related to their identity in a user friendly and convenient way under the sole control of the user. technologies used to achieve those objectives should be developed aiming towards the highest level of security , data protection , user convenience , wide usability and extensive interoperability. member states should ensure equal access to digital identification to all their nationals and residents , including vulnerable persons , such as persons with disabilities , persons who experience functional limitations , such as elderly persons , and persons with limited access to digital technologies. they should not , directly or indirectly , limit access to government services , government-funded services , labour or business rights of individuals who do not use the european digital identity wallet and should develop and ensure free availability of alternative solutions for such individuals.


### (6) regulation (eu) no 2016/67919 applies to the processing of personal data in the implementation of this regulation. therefore , this regulation should lay down specific safeguards to prevent providers of electronic identification means and electronic attestation of attributes from combining personal data from other services with the personal data relating to the services falling within the scope of this regulation. ### (6) regulation (eu) no 2016/67919 applies to the processing of personal data in the implementation of this regulation. therefore , this regulation should lay down specific safeguards to prevent providers of electronic identification means and electronic attestation of attributes from combining personal data from other services with the personal data relating to the services falling within the scope of this regulation. this regulation should also further specify the principles of purpose limitation , data minimisation , and data protection by design and by default , for the specific use-cases set out in this regulation. these specifications should be without prejudice to the other principles , rules and obligations stemming from regulation (eu) no 2016/679.


### (8) in order to ensure compliance within union law or national law compliant with union law , service providers should communicate their intent to rely on the european digital identity wallets to member states. that will allow member states to protect users from fraud and prevent the unlawful use of identity data and electronic attestations of attributes as well as to ensure that the processing of sensitive data , like health data , can be verified by relying parties in accordance with union law or national law. ### (8) in order to ensure compliance within union law or national law compliant with union law , service providers should communicate their intent to rely on the european digital identity wallets to member states. that will allow member states to protect users from fraud and prevent the unlawful use of identity data and electronic attestations of attributes. entities that are not established in a member state may therefore not become relying parties.


### (9) all european digital identity wallets should allow users to electronically identify and authenticate online and offline across borders for accessing a wide range of public and private services. without prejudice to member states’ prerogatives as regards the identification of their nationals and residents , wallets can also serve the institutional needs of public administrations , international organisations and the union’s institutions , bodies , offices and agencies. offline use would be important in many sectors , including in the health sector where services are often provided through face-to-face interaction and eprescriptions should be able to rely on qr-codes or similar technologies to verify authenticity. relying on the level of assurance “high” , the european digital identity wallets should benefit from the potential offered by tamper-proof solutions such as secure elements , to comply with the security requirements under this regulation. the european digital identity wallets should also allow users to create and use qualified electronic signatures and seals which are accepted across the eu. to achieve simplification and cost reduction benefits to persons and businesses across the eu , including by enabling powers of representation and e-mandates , member states should issue european digital identity wallets relying on common standards to ensure seamless interoperability and a high level of security. only member states’ competent authorities can provide a high degree of confidence in establishing the identity of a person and therefore provide assurance that the person claiming or asserting a particular identity is in fact the person he or she claims to be. it is therefore necessary that the european digital identity wallets rely on the legal identity of citizens , other residents or legal entities. trust in the european digital identity wallets would be enhanced by the fact that issuing parties are required to implement appropriate technical and organisational measures to ensure a level of security commensurate to the risks raised for the rights and freedoms of the natural persons , in line with regulation (eu) 2016/679. ### (9) all european digital identity wallets should allow users , in a manner that is transparent and traceable , to securely request and obtain , store , select , combine and share the necessary legal person identification data and electronic attestation of attributes , while ensuring that selective disclosure is possible to electronically identify and authenticate online and offline across borders for accessing a wide range of public and private services and to create and use electronic signatures and seals which are accepted across the union. without prejudice to member states’ prerogatives as regards the identification of their nationals and residents , wallets can also serve the institutional needs of public administrations , international organisations and the union’s institutions , bodies , offices and agencies. offline use would be important in many sectors , including in the health sector where services are often provided through face-to-face interaction and eprescriptions should be able to rely on qr-codes or similar technologies to verify authenticity. the european digital identity wallet should also allow the user to consult the history of the transactions , transfer the wallet's data , restore the access on a different device and block access to the wallet in case of a security breach that leads to its suspension , revocation or withdrawal , and offer the possibility to contact support services of the wallet's issuer. relying on the level of assurance “high” , the european digital identity wallets should benefit from the potential offered by tamper-proof solutions such as secure elements , to comply with the security requirements under this regulation. to achieve simplification and cost reduction benefits to persons and businesses across the eu , including by enabling powers of representation and e-mandates , member states should issue european digital identity wallets relying on common standards. those european digital identity wallets should be developed in a manner that ensures a high level of security , including the encryption of content. they should ensure their seamless interoperability by relying for instance on the use of open-source technology or reflecting the ability to function on major operating systems. only member states’ competent authorities can provide a high degree of confidence in establishing the identity of a person and therefore provide assurance that the person claiming or asserting a particular identity is in fact the person he or she claims to be. it is therefore necessary that the european digital identity wallets rely on the legal identity of citizens , other residents or legal entities. trust in the european digital identity wallets would be enhanced by the fact that issuing parties are required to implement appropriate technical and organisational measures to ensure a level of security commensurate to the risks raised for the rights and freedoms of the natural persons , in line with regulation (eu) 2016/679.


### (11) european digital identity wallets should ensure the highest level of security for the personal data used for authentication irrespective of whether such data is stored locally or on cloud-based solutions , taking into account the different levels of risk. using biometrics to authenticate is one of the identifications methods providing a high level of confidence , in particular when used in combination with other elements of authentication. since biometrics represents a unique characteristic of a person , the use of biometrics requires organisational and security measures , commensurate to the risk that such processing may entail to the rights and freedoms of natural persons and in accordance with regulation 2016/679. ### (11) european digital identity wallets should ensure the highest level of security for the personal data used for authentication irrespective of whether such data is stored locally or on cloud-based solutions , taking into account the different levels of risk. using biometrics to authenticate is one of the identifications methods providing a high level of confidence , in particular when used in combination with other elements of authentication. since biometrics represents a unique characteristic of a person , the use of biometrics should not be obligatory. furthermore the use of biometric data should be limited to specific scenarios pursuant to article 9 of regulation (eu) 2016/679 , and requires technical and organisational and security measures , commensurate to the risk that such processing may entail to the rights and freedoms of natural persons and in accordance with regulation 2016/679.


### (12) to ensure that the european digital identity framework is open to innovation , technological development and future-proof , member states should be encouraged to set-up jointly sandboxes to test innovative solutions in a controlled and secure environment in particular to improve the functionality , protection of personal data , security and interoperability of the solutions and to inform future updates of technical references and legal requirements. this environment should foster the inclusion of european small and medium enterprises , start-ups and individual innovators and researchers. ### (12) to ensure that the european digital identity framework is open to innovation , technological development and future-proof , member states should be encouraged to set-up jointly sandboxes to test innovative solutions in a controlled and secure environment in particular to improve the functionality , protection of personal data , security and interoperability of the solutions and to inform future updates of technical references and legal requirements. this environment should foster the inclusion of european small and medium enterprises , start-ups and individual innovators and researchers , while improving compliance and preventing the placing on the market of solutions not in line with union legislation on data protection and it security.


### (12) to ensure that the european digital identity framework is open to innovation , technological development and future-proof , member states should be encouraged to set-up jointly sandboxes to test innovative solutions in a controlled and secure environment in particular to improve the functionality , protection of personal data , security and interoperability of the solutions and to inform future updates of technical references and legal requirements. this environment should foster the inclusion of european small and medium enterprises , start-ups and individual innovators and researchers. ### (12) to ensure that the european digital identity framework is open to innovation , technological development and future-proof , member states should be encouraged to set-up jointly sandboxes to test innovative solutions in a controlled and secure environment in particular to improve the functionality , protection of personal data , security and interoperability of the solutions and to inform future updates of technical references and legal requirements. this environment should foster the inclusion of european small and medium enterprises , start-ups and individual innovators and researchers while improving compliance and preventing the placing on the market of solutions not in line with union legislation on data protection and it security.


### (17) service providers use the identity data provided by the set of person identification data available from electronic identification schemes pursuant to regulation (eu) no 910/2014 in order to match users from another member state with the legal identity of that user. however , despite the use of the eidas data set , in many cases ensuring an accurate match requires additional information about the user and specific unique identification procedures at national level. to further support the usability of electronic identification means , this regulation should require member states to take specific measures to ensure a correct identity match in the process of electronic identification. for the same purpose , this regulation should also extend the mandatory minimum data set and require the use of a unique and persistent electronic identifier in conformity with union law in those cases where it is necessary to legally identify the user upon his/her request in a unique and persistent way. ### deleted


### (18) in line with directive (eu) 2019/88222 , persons with disabilities should be able to use the european digital identity wallets , trust services and end-user products used in the provision of those services on an equal basis with other users. ### (18) in line with directive (eu) 2019/88222 , persons with disabilities should be able to use the european digital identity wallets , trust services and end-user products used in the provision of those services on an equal basis with other users. these persons should be able to have a trusted third party in charge of using their european digital identity wallets on their behalf , upon designation by a judicial authority. the modalities of use of european digital identity wallets by the trusted third parties should be determined by member states.


### (18) in line with directive (eu) 2019/88222 , persons with disabilities should be able to use the european digital identity wallets , trust services and end-user products used in the provision of those services on an equal basis with other users. ### (18) in line with directive (eu) 2019/88222 , persons with disabilities should be able to use the european digital identity wallets , trust services and end-user products used in the provision of those services on an equal basis , with an emphasis on ensuring that the quality of user experience is on a par with that of other users.


### (27) any entity that collects , creates and issues attested attributes such as diplomas , licences , certificates of birth should be able to become a provider of electronic attestation of attributes. relying parties should use the electronic attestations of attributes as equivalent to attestations in paper format. therefore , an electronic attestation of attributes should not be denied legal effect on the grounds that it is in an electronic form or that it does not meet the requirements of the qualified electronic attestation of attributes. to that effect , general requirements should be laid down to ensure that a qualified electronic attestation of attributes has the equivalent legal effect of lawfully issued attestations in paper form. however , those requirements should apply without prejudice to union or national law defining additional sector specific requirements as regards form with underlying legal effects and , in particular , the cross-border recognition of qualified electronic attestation of attributes , where appropriate. ### (27) any entity that collects , creates and issues attested attributes such as diplomas , licences , certificates of birth should be able to become a provider of electronic attestation of attributes , but also to revoke these attributes in case of falsification , identity theft , or any delivery based on an abusive request. relying parties should use the electronic attestations of attributes as equivalent to attestations in paper format. therefore , an electronic attestation of attributes should not be denied legal effect on the grounds that it is in an electronic form or that it does not meet the requirements of the qualified electronic attestation of attributes. to that effect , general requirements should be laid down to ensure that a qualified electronic attestation of attributes has the equivalent legal effect of lawfully issued attestations in paper form. however , those requirements should apply without prejudice to union or national law defining additional sector specific requirements as regards form with underlying legal effects and , in particular , the cross-border recognition of qualified electronic attestation of attributes , where appropriate. the commission and the competent authorities should associate the relevant professional organisations when defining the concerned attributes and the related technical standards.


### (28) wide availability and usability of the european digital identity wallets require their acceptance by private service providers. private relying parties providing services in the areas of transport , energy , banking and financial services , social security , health , drinking water , postal services , digital infrastructure , education or telecommunications should accept the use of european digital identity wallets for the provision of services where strong user authentication for online identification is required by national or union law or by contractual obligation. where very large online platforms as defined in article 25.1. of regulation [reference dsa regulation] require users to authenticate to access online services , those platforms should be mandated to accept the use of european digital identity wallets upon voluntary request of the user. users should be under no obligation to use the wallet to access private services , but if they wish to do so , large online platforms should accept the european digital identity wallet for this purpose while respecting the principle of data minimisation. given the importance of very large online platforms , due to their reach , in particular as expressed in number of recipients of the service and economic transactions this is necessary to increase the protection of users from fraud and secure a high level of data protection. self-regulatory codes of conduct at union level (‘codes of conduct’) should be developed in order to contribute to wide availability and usability of electronic identification means including european digital identity wallets within the scope of this regulation. the codes of conduct should facilitate wide acceptance of electronic identification means including european digital identity wallets by those service providers which do not qualify as very large platforms and which rely on third party electronic identification services for user authentication. they should be developed within 12 months of the adoption of this regulation. the commission should assess the effectiveness of these provisions for the availability and usability for the user of the european digital identity wallets after 18 months of their deployment and revise the provisions to ensure their acceptance by means of delegated acts in the light of this assessment. ### (28) wide availability and usability of the european digital identity wallets require acceptance and trust by both users and by private service providers. private relying parties providing services in the areas of transport , energy , banking and financial services , social security , health , drinking water , postal services , digital infrastructure , education or telecommunications should accept the use of european digital identity wallets for the provision of services where strong user authentication for online identification is required by national or union law. the data requested should be adequate , relevant and limited to what is necessary in relation to the purposes for which they are processed. users should be under no obligation to use the wallet to access private services , but if online platforms accept the european digital identity wallet for this purpose , they should respect the principles of data minimisation and purpose limitation , and other legal safeguards. self-regulatory codes of conduct at union level (‘codes of conduct’) should be developed in order to contribute to wide availability and usability of electronic identification means including european digital identity wallets within the scope of this regulation. the codes of conduct should facilitate wide acceptance of electronic identification means including european digital identity wallets by those service providers which do not qualify as very large platforms and which rely on third party electronic identification services for user authentication. they should be developed within 12 months of the adoption of this regulation. the commission should assess the effectiveness of these provisions for the availability and usability for the user of the european digital identity wallets after 18 months of their deployment and revise the provisions to ensure their acceptance by means of delegated acts in the light of this assessment.


### (28) wide availability and usability of the european digital identity wallets require their acceptance by private service providers. private relying parties providing services in the areas of transport , energy , banking and financial services , social security , health , drinking water , postal services , digital infrastructure , education or telecommunications should accept the use of european digital identity wallets for the provision of services where strong user authentication for online identification is required by national or union law or by contractual obligation. where very large online platforms as defined in article 25.1. of regulation [reference dsa regulation] require users to authenticate to access online services , those platforms should be mandated to accept the use of european digital identity wallets upon voluntary request of the user. users should be under no obligation to use the wallet to access private services , but if they wish to do so , large online platforms should accept the european digital identity wallet for this purpose while respecting the principle of data minimisation. given the importance of very large online platforms , due to their reach , in particular as expressed in number of recipients of the service and economic transactions this is necessary to increase the protection of users from fraud and secure a high level of data protection. self-regulatory codes of conduct at union level (‘codes of conduct’) should be developed in order to contribute to wide availability and usability of electronic identification means including european digital identity wallets within the scope of this regulation. the codes of conduct should facilitate wide acceptance of electronic identification means including european digital identity wallets by those service providers which do not qualify as very large platforms and which rely on third party electronic identification services for user authentication. they should be developed within 12 months of the adoption of this regulation. the commission should assess the effectiveness of these provisions for the availability and usability for the user of the european digital identity wallets after 18 months of their deployment and revise the provisions to ensure their acceptance by means of delegated acts in the light of this assessment. ### (28) wide availability and usability of the european digital identity wallets require their acceptance and trust by both private individuals and by private service providers. private relying parties providing services in the areas of transport , energy , banking and financial services , social security ,health , drinking water , postal services , digital infrastructure , education or telecommunications should accept the use of european digital identity wallets for the provision of services where strong user authentication for online identification is required by national or union law. where very large online platforms as defined in article 25.1. of regulation [reference dsa regulation] require users to authenticate to access online services , those platforms should be mandated to accept the use of european digital identity wallets upon voluntary request of the user. users should be under no obligation to use the wallet to access private services and should not be discriminated against for not using the wallet. if they wish to do so , large online platforms should accept the european digital identity wallet for this purpose while respecting the principle of data minimisation and other legal safeguards. given the importance of very large online platforms , due to their reach , in particular as expressed in number of recipients of the service and economic transactions this is necessary to increase the protection of users from fraud and secure a high level of data protection. the commission should assess the effectiveness of these provisions for the availability and usability for the user of the european digital identity wallets after 18 months of their deployment and propose revision of their provisions to ensure their acceptance by means of delegated acts in the light of this assessment. self-regulatory codes of conduct at union level(‘codes of conduct’) should be developed , with clear targets , in order to contribute to wide availability and usability of electronic identification means including european digital identity wallets within the scope of this regulation. the codes of conduct should facilitate wide acceptance of electronic identification means including european digital identity wallets by those service providers which do not qualify as very large platforms and which rely on third party electronic identification services for user authentication. they should be developed within 12 months of the adoption of this regulation.


### (29) the european digital identity wallet should technically enable the selective disclosure of attributes to relying parties. this feature should become a basic design feature thereby reinforcing convenience and personal data protection including minimisation of processing of personal data. ### (29) the european digital identity wallet should technically enable the selective disclosure of attributes to relying parties. this feature should become a basic design feature thereby reinforcing convenience and personal data protection including minimisation of processing of personal data. in addition the decentralised nature of the wallet should enable self signing and revocability of attributes and identifiers.


### (32) website authentication services provide users with assurance that there is a genuine and legitimate entity standing behind the website. those services contribute to the building of trust and confidence in conducting business online , as users will have confidence in a website that has been authenticated. the use of website authentication services by websites is voluntary. however , in order for website authentication to become a means to increasing trust , providing a better experience for the user and furthering growth in the internal market , this regulation lays down minimal security and liability obligations for the providers of website authentication services and their services. to that end , web-browsers should ensure support and interoperability with qualified certificates for website authentication pursuant to regulation (eu) no 910/2014. they should recognise and display qualified certificates for website authentication to provide a high level of assurance , allowing website owners to assert their identity as owners of a website and users to identify the website owners with a high degree of certainty. to further promote their usage , public authorities in member states should consider incorporating qualified certificates for website authentication in their websites. ### deleted


### (33) many member states have introduced national requirements for services providing secure and trustworthy digital archiving in order to allow for the long term preservation of electronic documents and associated trust services. to ensure legal certainty and trust , it is essential to provide a legal framework to facilitate the cross border recognition of qualified electronic archiving services. that framework could also open new market opportunities for union trust service providers. ### deleted


### (34) qualified electronic ledgers record data in a manner that ensures the uniqueness , authenticity and correct sequencing of data entries in a tamper proof manner. an electronic ledger combines the effect of time stamping of data with certainty about the data originator similar to e-signing and has the additional benefit of enabling more decentralised governance models that are suitable for multi-party co-operations. for example , it creates a reliable audit trail for the provenance of commodities in cross-border trade , supports the protection of intellectual property rights , enables flexibility markets in electricity , provides the basis for advanced solutions for self-sovereign identity and supports more efficient and transformative public services. to prevent fragmentation of the internal market , it is important to define a pan-european legal framework that allows for the cross-border recognition of trust services for the recording of data in electronic ledgers. ### deleted


### (35) the certification as qualified trust service providers should provide legal certainty for use cases that build on electronic ledgers. this trust service for electronic ledgers and qualified electronic ledgers and the certification as qualified trust service provider for electronic ledgers should be notwithstanding the need for use cases to comply with union law or national law in compliance with union law. use cases that involve the processing of personal data must comply with regulation (eu) 2016/679. use cases that involve crypto assets should be compatible with all applicable financial rules for example with the markets in financial instruments directive23 , the payment services directive24 and the future markets in crypto assets regulation25 . ### (35) use cases that involve the processing of personal data must comply with regulation (eu) 2016/679. use cases that involve crypto assets should be compatible with all applicable financial rules for example with the markets in financial instruments directive23 , the payment services directive24 and the future markets in crypto assets regulation25 .


### (36) in order to avoid fragmentation and barriers , due to diverging standards and technical restrictions , and to ensure a coordinated process to avoid endangering the implementation of the future european digital identity framework , a process for close and structured cooperation between the commission , member states and the private sector is needed. to achieve this objective , member states should cooperate within the framework set out in the commission recommendation xxx/xxxx [toolbox for a coordinated approach towards a european digital identity framework]26 to identify a toolbox for a european digital identity framework. the toolbox should include a comprehensive technical architecture and reference framework , a set of common standards and technical references and a set of guidelines and descriptions of best practices covering at least all aspects of the functionalities and interoperability of the european digital identity wallets including esignatures and of the qualified trust service for attestation of attributes as laid out in this regulation. in this context , member states should also reach agreement on common elements of a business model and fee structure of the european digital identity wallets , to facilitate take up , in particular by small and medium sized companies in a cross-border context. the content of the toolbox should evolve in parallel with and reflect the outcome of the discussion and process of adoption of the european digital identity framework. ### (36) in order to avoid fragmentation and barriers , due to diverging standards and technical restrictions , and to ensure a coordinated process to avoid endangering the implementation of the future european digital identity framework , a process for close and structured cooperation between the commission , member states and the private sector is needed. to achieve this objective , member states should cooperate within the framework set out in the commission recommendation xxx/xxxx [toolbox for a coordinated approach towards a european digital identity framework]26 to identify a toolbox for a european digital identity framework. the toolbox should include a comprehensive technical architecture and reference framework for the decentralised self sovereign architecture of the european digital identity wallet , a set of common standards and technical references and a set of guidelines and descriptions of best practices covering at least all aspects of the functionalities and interoperability of the european digital identity wallets including esignatures and of the qualified trust service for attestation of attributes as laid out in this regulation. in this context , member states should also reach agreement on common elements of a business model and fee structure of the european digital identity wallets , to facilitate take up , in particular by small and medium sized companies in a cross-border context. the content of the toolbox should evolve in parallel with and reflect the outcome of the discussion and process of adoption of the european digital identity framework.


### (36) in order to avoid fragmentation and barriers , due to diverging standards and technical restrictions , and to ensure a coordinated process to avoid endangering the implementation of the future european digital identity framework , a process for close and structured cooperation between the commission , member states and the private sector is needed. to achieve this objective , member states should cooperate within the framework set out in the commission recommendation xxx/xxxx [toolbox for a coordinated approach towards a european digital identity framework]26 to identify a toolbox for a european digital identity framework. the toolbox should include a comprehensive technical architecture and reference framework , a set of common standards and technical references and a set of guidelines and descriptions of best practices covering at least all aspects of the functionalities and interoperability of the european digital identity wallets including esignatures and of the qualified trust service for attestation of attributes as laid out in this regulation. in this context , member states should also reach agreement on common elements of a business model and fee structure of the european digital identity wallets , to facilitate take up , in particular by small and medium sized companies in a cross-border context. the content of the toolbox should evolve in parallel with and reflect the outcome of the discussion and process of adoption of the european digital identity framework. ### (36) in order to avoid fragmentation and barriers , due to diverging standards and technical restrictions , and to ensure a coordinated process to avoid endangering the implementation of the future european digital identity framework , a process for close and structured cooperation between the commission , member states and the private sector is needed. to achieve this objective , member states should cooperate within the framework set out in the commission recommendation xxx/xxxx [toolbox for a coordinated approach towards a european digital identity framework]26 to identify a toolbox for a european digital identity framework. the toolbox should include a comprehensive technical architecture and reference framework , for the decentralised self sovereign architecture of the european digital identity wallet , a set of common standards and technical references and a set of guidelines and descriptions of best practices covering at least all aspects of the functionalities and interoperability of the european digital identity wallets including esignatures and of the qualified trust service for attestation of attributes as laid out in this regulation. in this context , member states should also reach agreement on common elements of a business model and fee structure of the european digital identity wallets , to facilitate take up , in particular by small and medium sized companies in a cross-border context. the content of the toolbox should evolve in parallel with and reflect the outcome of the discussion and process of adoption of the european digital identity framework.


### (37) the european data protection supervisor has been consulted pursuant to article 42 (1) of regulation (eu) 2018/1525 of the european parliament and of the council27 . ### (37) the european data protection supervisor has been consulted pursuant to article 42 (1) of regulation (eu) 2018/1525 of the european parliament and of the council27 , and has provided his comments on 28 july 2021.


### establishes a legal framework for electronic signatures , electronic seals , electronic time stamps , electronic documents , electronic registered delivery services , certificate services for website authentication , electronic archiving and electronic attestation of attributes , the management of remote electronic signature and seal creation devices , and electronic ledgers; ### establishes a legal framework for electronic signatures , electronic seals , electronic time stamps , electronic documents , electronic registered delivery services , electronic attestation of attributes , the management of remote electronic signature and seal creation devices;


### the electronic archiving of electronic documents; ### deleted


### the recording of electronic data into an electronic ledger.; ### deleted


### (29) ‘certificate for electronic seal’ means an electronic attestation or set of attestations that links electronic seal validation data to a legal person and confirms the name of that person;; ### (29) ‘certificate for electronic seal’ means an electronic attestation or set of attestations that links electronic seal validation data to a legal person and confirms at least the name or the pseudonym of that person;


### (29) ‘certificate for electronic seal’ means an electronic attestation or set of attestations that links electronic seal validation data to a legal person and confirms the name of that person;; ### (29) ‘certificate for electronic seal’ means an electronic attestation or set of attestations that links electronic seal validation data to a legal person and confirms the name or the pseudonym of that person;;


### (42) ‘european digital identity wallet’ is a product and service that allows the user to store identity data , credentials and attributes linked to her/his identity , to provide them to relying parties on request and to use them for authentication , online and offline , for a service in accordance with article 6a; and to create qualified electronic signatures and seals; ### (42) ‘european digital identity wallet’ means a software product and service that allows the user , on a device under her/his control , to store identity data , credentials and attributes linked to her/his identity , to provide them to relying parties on request and to use them for authentication , online and offline , for a service in accordance with article 6a; and to create qualified electronic signatures and seals;


### (43) ‘attribute’ is a feature , characteristic or quality of a natural or legal person or of an entity , in electronic form; ### (43) ‘attribute’ means an electronic representation of a feature , characteristic or quality of a natural or legal person or of an entity , in electronic form;


### (46) ‘authentic source’ is a repository or system , held under the responsibility of a public sector body or private entity , that contains attributes about a natural or legal person and is considered to be the primary source of that information or recognised as authentic in national law; ### (46) ‘authentic source’ is a repository or system , held under the responsibility of a public sector body or private entity , that contains attributes about a natural or legal person and is considered to be the primary source of that information or recognised as authentic in union and national law;


### (47) ‘electronic archiving’ means a service ensuring the receipt , storage , deletion and transmission of electronic data or documents in order to guarantee their integrity , the accuracy of their origin and legal features throughout the conservation period; ### deleted


### (52) ‘credential’ means a proof of a person’s abilities , experience , right or permission; ### (52) ‘credential’ means a proof of a person’s attribute , right or permission;


### (53) ‘electronic ledger’ means a tamper proof electronic record of data , providing authenticity and integrity of the data it contains , accuracy of their date and time , and of their chronological ordering; ### deleted


### (55) ‘unique identification’ means a process where person identification data or person identification means are matched with or linked to an existing account belonging to the same person.’; ### deleted


### (42) ‘european digital identity wallet’ is a product and service that allows the user to store identity data , credentials and attributes linked to her/his identity , to provide them to relying parties on request and to use them for authentication , online and offline , for a service in accordance with article 6a; and to create qualified electronic signatures and seals; ### (42) ‘european digital identity wallet’ is a product and service that allows the user to store identity data , credentials and attributes linked to her/his identity on a device under their control , to provide them to relying parties on request and to use them for authentication , online and offline , for a service in accordance with article 6a; and to create electronic signatures and seals;


### (48) ‘qualified electronic archiving service’ means a service that meets the requirements laid down in article 45g; ### deleted


### pseudonyms in electronic transaction ### personal data protection and pseudonyms in electronic transactions


### without prejudice to the legal effect given to pseudonyms under national law , the use of pseudonyms in electronic transactions shall not be prohibited.; ### without prejudice to the legal effect given to pseudonyms under national law , the use of pseudonyms in electronic transactions shall always be an option to substitute a unique identifier.


### without prejudice to the legal effect given to pseudonyms under national law , the use of pseudonyms in electronic transactions shall not be prohibited.; ### without prejudice to the legal effect given to pseudonyms under national law , the use of pseudonyms in electronic transactions shall always be an option.;


### securely request and obtain , store , select , combine and share , in a manner that is transparent to and traceable by the user , the necessary legal person identification data and electronic attestation of attributes to authenticate online and offline in order to use online public and private services; ### securely request and obtain , store , select , combine and share , in a manner that is transparent to , controlled and traceable by the user , the necessary legal person identification data and electronic attestation of attributes to authenticate online and offline in order to use online public and private services;


### sign by means of qualified electronic signatures. ### sign by means of electronic signatures.


### ensure that the person identification data referred to in articles 12(4) , point (d) uniquely and persistently represent the natural or legal person is associated with it. ### ensure that the person identification data referred to in articles 12(4) , point (d) uniquely and persistently representing the natural or legal person is only shared pseudonymously so that it is different for the different relying parties in order to prevent the association or tracking of the user across relying parties and to make it impossible for the issuer of the european digital identity wallet , third parties , or the member state to receive any information about the use of the european digital identity wallet or to combine use data from different contexts;


### 6. the european digital identity wallets shall be issued under a notified electronic identification scheme of level of assurance ‘high’. the use of the european digital identity wallets shall be free of charge to natural persons. ### 6. the european digital identity wallets shall be issued under a notified electronic identification scheme of level of assurance ‘high’. the source code used for providing european digital identity wallets shall be published (open source). the use of the european digital identity wallets shall be voluntary and free of charge to natural persons. access to government or other products and services , to online platforms in the meaning of [digital services act] or to the labour market by natural persons shall not be made conditional on using the european digital identity wallet , nor shall natural persons suffer other disadvantages for not using the european digital identity wallet.


### 11. within 6 months of the entering into force of this regulation , the commission shall establish technical and operational specifications and reference standards for the requirements referred to in paragraphs 3 , 4 and 5 by means of an implementing act on the implementation of the european digital identity wallet. this implementing act shall be adopted in accordance with the examination procedure referred to in article 48(2). ### 11. within 6 months of the entering into force of this regulation , the commission shall , by means of implementing acts , establish reference standards for the requirements referred to in paragraphs 3 , 4 and 5 of this article. those implementing acts shall be adopted in accordance with the examination procedure referred to in article 48(2).


### 2. member states shall implement a common mechanism for the authentication of relying parties ### 2. member states shall implement a common mechanism for the authentication and identification of relying parties. member states shall revoke the authorisation of relying parties in case of illegal or fraudulent use of the european digital identity wallet in their country.


### 3. relying parties shall be responsible for carrying out the procedure for authenticating person identification data and electronic attestation of attributes originating from european digital identity wallets. ### 3. relying parties shall be responsible for communicating their identifier in every interaction with the european digital identity wallet and carrying out the procedure for authenticating person identification data and electronic attestation of attributes originating from european digital identity wallets.


### 4. within 6 months of the entering into force of this regulation , the commission shall establish technical and operational specifications for the requirements referred to in paragraphs 1 and 2 by means of an implementing act on the implementation of the european digital identity wallets as referred to in article 6a(10). ### 4. within 6 months of the entering into force of this regulation , the commission shall adopt delegated acts in accordance with article 47 in order to supplement this regulation by establishing technical and operational specifications for the requirements referred to in paragraphs 1 and 2 of this article.


### 4. within 6 months of the entering into force of this regulation , the commission shall , by means of implementing acts , establish a list of standards for the certification of the european digital identity wallets referred to in paragraph 3. ### 4. within 6 months of the entering into force of this regulation , the commission shall , by means of implementing acts , establish a list of standards for the certification of the european digital identity wallets referred to in paragraph 3 of this article. those implementing acts shall be adopted in accordance with the examination procedure referred to in article 48(2).


### 3. within 6 months of the entering into force of this regulation , the commission shall define formats and procedures applicable for the purposes of paragraph 1. by means of an implementing act on the implementation of the european digital identity wallets as referred to in article 6a(10). ### 3. within 6 months of the entering into force of this regulation , the commission shall , by means of implementing acts , define formats and procedures applicable for the purposes of paragraph 1 of this article. those implementing acts shall be adopted in accordance with the examination procedure referred to in article 48(2).


### securely request and obtain , store , select , combine and share , in a manner that is transparent to and traceable by the user , the necessary legal person identification data and electronic attestation of attributes to authenticate online and offline in order to use online public and private services; ### securely request and obtain , store , select , combine and share , in a manner that is controlled by , transparent to and traceable by the user , the necessary legal person identification data and electronic attestation of attributes to authenticate online and offline in order to use online public and private services;


### sign by means of qualified electronic signatures. ### sign by means of qualified and non-qualified electronic signatures.


### ensure that trust service providers of qualified attestations of attributes cannot receive any information about the use of these attributes; ### ensure that providers of qualified and non-qualified attestations of attributes cannot receive any information about the use of these attributes;


### provide a mechanism to ensure that the relying party is able to authenticate the user and to receive electronic attestations of attributes; ### provide a mechanism to ensure that the relying party is able to authenticate the user and to receive electronic attestations of attributes in the form of selective disclosures that are unlinkable to the user and minimise the processing of personal data. where attestations of attributes are sufficient for the purposes of the relying party , no prior electronic authentication or identification shall take place;


### ensure that the person identification data referred to in articles 12(4) , point (d) uniquely and persistently represent the natural or legal person is associated with it. ### ensure that the person identification data referred to in articles 12(4) , point (d) representing the natural or legal person is only shared pseudonymously so that it is different for the different relying parties in order to prevent the association or tracking of the user across relying parties and to make it impossible for the issuer of the european digital identity wallet , third parties , or the member state to receive any information about the use of the european digital identity wallet or to combine use data from different contexts.


### 6. the european digital identity wallets shall be issued under a notified electronic identification scheme of level of assurance ‘high’. the use of the european digital identity wallets shall be free of charge to natural persons. ### 6. the european digital identity wallets shall be issued under a notified electronic identification scheme of level of assurance ‘high’. the source code used for providing european digital identity wallets shall be open source , thus be published for auditing and review. the use of the european digital identity wallets shall be voluntary and free of charge to natural persons. access to government or other products and services , to online platforms in the meaning of [digital services act] or to the labour market by natural persons shall not be made conditional on using the european digital identity wallet , nor should natural persons suffer other disadvantages for not using the european digital identity wallet.


### 7. the user shall be in full control of the european digital identity wallet. the issuer of the european digital identity wallet shall not collect information about the use of the wallet which are not necessary for the provision of the wallet services , nor shall it combine person identification data and any other personal data stored or relating to the use of the european digital identity wallet with personal data from any other services offered by this issuer or from third-party services which are not necessary for the provision of the wallet services , unless the user has expressly requested it. personal data relating to the provision of european digital identity wallets shall be kept physically and logically separate from any other data held. if the european digital identity wallet is provided by private parties in accordance to paragraph 1 (b) and (c) , the provisions of article 45f paragraph 4 shall apply mutatis mutandis. ### 7. the technical framework for the european digital identity wallet shall be subject to the following principles:


### 11. within 6 months of the entering into force of this regulation , the commission shall establish technical and operational specifications and reference standards for the requirements referred to in paragraphs 3 , 4 and 5 by means of an implementing act on the implementation of the european digital identity wallet. this implementing act shall be adopted in accordance with the examination procedure referred to in article 48(2). ### 11. within 6 months of the entering into force of this regulation , the commission shall , by means of implementing acts , establish reference standards for the requirements referred to in paragraphs 3 , 4 and 5. those implementing acts shall be adopted in accordance with the examination procedure referred to in article 48(2).


### 1. where relying parties intend to rely upon european digital identity wallets issued in accordance with this regulation , they shall communicate it to the member state where the relying party is established to ensure compliance with requirements set out in union law or national law for the provision of specific services. when communicating their intention to rely on european digital identity wallets , they shall also inform about the intended use of the european digital identity wallet. ### 1. 1. where relying parties intend to rely upon european digital identity wallets issued in accordance with this regulation , they shall request approval from the member state where the relying party is established to ensure compliance of their intended use and the information they intend to request with requirements set out in union law or national law for the provision of specific services. when deciding about approval , member states shall scrutinize the intended use cases of the european digital identity to assess proportionality in light of the potential security and data protection implications of the data exchanged and the purpose of the processing of personal information , with particular attention to distinguishing between:


### 4. within 6 months of the entering into force of this regulation , the commission shall establish technical and operational specifications for the requirements referred to in paragraphs 1 and 2 by means of an implementing act on the implementation of the european digital identity wallets as referred to in article 6a(10). ### 4. within 6 months of the entering into force of this regulation , the commission shall adopt delegated acts in accordance with article 47 in order to supplement this regulation by establishing technical and operational specifications for the requirements referred to in paragraphs 1 and 2.


### 3. the conformity of european digital identity wallets with the requirements laid down in article 6a paragraphs 3 , 4 and 5 shall be certified by accredited public or private bodies designated by member states. ### 3. the conformity of european digital identity wallets with the requirements laid down in article 6a shall be certified by accredited public or private bodies designated by member states.


### 4. within 6 months of the entering into force of this regulation , the commission shall , by means of implementing acts , establish a list of standards for the certification of the european digital identity wallets referred to in paragraph 3. ### 4. within 6 months of the entering into force of this regulation , the commission shall , by means of implementing acts , establish a list of standards for the certification of the european digital identity wallets referred to in paragraph 3. those implementing acts shall be adopted in accordance with the examination procedure referred to in article 48(2).


### 3. within 6 months of the entering into force of this regulation , the commission shall define formats and procedures applicable for the purposes of paragraph 1. by means of an implementing act on the implementation of the european digital identity wallets as referred to in article 6a(10). ### 3. within 6 months of the entering into force of this regulation , the commission shall , by means of implementing acts , define formats and procedures applicable for the purposes of paragraph 1. those implementing acts shall be adopted in accordance with the examination procedure referred to in article 48(2).


### 5. within 6 months of the entering into force of this regulation , the commission shall further specify the measures referred to in paragraphs 1 and 3 by means of an implementing act on the implementation of the european digital identity wallets as referred to in article 6a(10). ### 5. within 6 months of the entering into force of this regulation , the commission shall adopt delegated acts in accordance with article 47 in order to supplement this regulation by further specifying the measures referred to in paragraphs 1 and 3 of this article.


### 5. within 6 months of the entering into force of this regulation , the commission shall further specify the measures referred to in paragraphs 1 and 3 by means of an implementing act on the implementation of the european digital identity wallets as referred to in article 6a(10). ### 5. within 6 months of the entering into force of this regulation , the commission shall adopt delegated acts in accordance with article 47 in order to supplement this regulation by further specifying the measures referred to in paragraphs 1 and 3.


### (12) the following article 11a is inserted: ### deleted


### in paragraph 4 , point (d) is replaced by the following: ### deleted


### a reference to a minimum set of person identification data necessary to uniquely and persistently represent a natural or legal person;; ### deleted


### in paragraph 6 , point (a) of is replaced by the following: ### deleted


### the exchange of information , experience and good practice as regards electronic identification schemes and in particular technical requirements related to interoperability , unique identification and assurance levels;; ### the exchange of information , experience and good practice as regards electronic identification schemes and in particular technical requirements related to interoperability and assurance levels;;


### 2. where private relying parties providing services are required by national or union law , to use strong user authentication for online identification , or where strong user authentication is required by contractual obligation , including in the areas of transport , energy , banking and financial services , social security , health , drinking water , postal services , digital infrastructure , education or telecommunications , private relying parties shall also accept the use of european digital identity wallets issued in accordance with article 6a. ### 2. where private relying parties providing services are required by national or union law , to use strong user authentication ,private relying parties shall also accept the use of european digital identity wallets issued in accordance with article 6a.


### 5. the commission shall make an assessment within 18 months after deployment of the european digital identity wallets whether on the basis of evidence showing availability and usability of the european digital identity wallet , additional private online service providers shall be mandated to accept the use of the european digital identity wallet strictly upon voluntary request of the user. criteria of assessment may include extent of user base , cross-border presence of service providers , technological development , evolution in usage patterns. the commission shall be empowered to adopt delegated acts based on this assessment , regarding a revision of the requirements for recognition of the european digital identity wallet under points 1 to 4 of this article. ### deleted


### 2. where private relying parties providing services are required by national or union law , to use strong user authentication for online identification , or where strong user authentication is required by contractual obligation , including in the areas of transport , energy , banking and financial services , social security , health , drinking water , postal services , digital infrastructure , education or telecommunications , private relying parties shall also accept the use of european digital identity wallets issued in accordance with article 6a. ### 2. where private relying parties providing services are required by national or union law , to use strong user authentication for online identification , private relying parties shall also accept the use of european digital identity wallets issued in accordance with article 6a.


### 3. where very large online platforms as defined in regulation [reference dsa regulation] article 25.1. require users to authenticate to access online services , they shall also accept the use of european digital identity wallets issued in accordance with article 6a strictly upon voluntary request of the user and in respect of the minimum attributes necessary for the specific online service for which authentication is requested , such as proof of age. ### 3. where very large online platforms as defined in regulation [reference dsa regulation] article 25.1. require users to authenticate to access online services , they shall also accept the use of european digital identity wallets issued in accordance with article 6a , and offer the option to authenticate using european digital identity wallets strictly upon voluntary request of the user and in respect of the minimum attributes necessary for the specific online service for which authentication is requested. in this case , revocable pseudonyms shall be generated and used in connection to an identifiable european digital identity wallets. the combination of person identification data and any other personal data and identifiers linked to the european digital identity wallets with personal or non-personal data from any other services which are not necessary for the provision of the authentication or use of core services , is prohibited unless the user has expressly requested it.


### 8. within 12 months of the entering into force of this regulation , the commission shall , by means of implementing acts , further specify the tasks of the supervisory authorities referred to in paragraph 4 and define the formats and procedures for the report referred to in paragraph 6. those implementing acts shall be adopted in accordance with the examination procedure referred to in article 48(2).; ### 8. within 12 months of the entering into force of this regulation , the commission shall adopt delegated acts in accordance with article 47 in order to supplement this regulation by further specifying the tasks of the supervisory bodies referred to in paragraph 4 of this article.


### 5. within 12 months of the entering into force of this regulation , the commission shall , by means of implementing acts , establish the necessary procedural arrangements to facilitate the cooperation between the supervisory authorities referred to in paragraph 1.; ### 5. within 12 months of the entering into force of this regulation , the commission shall , by means of implementing acts , establish the necessary procedural arrangements to facilitate the cooperation between the supervisory bodies referred to in paragraph 1 of this article. those implementing acts shall be adopted in accordance with the examination procedure referred to in article 48(2).


### where personal data protection rules appear to have been breached , the supervisory body shall inform the supervisory authorities under regulation (eu) 2016/679 of the results of its audits.; ### where personal data protection rules appear to have been breached , the supervisory body shall inform the supervisory authorities under regulation (eu) 2016/679 and the issuer of the european digital identity wallet of the results of its audits.;


### the following paragraph 1a is inserted: ### the following paragraph 1b is inserted:


### 1a. within 12 months after the entry into force of this regulation , the commission shall by means of implementing acts , set out minimum technical specifications , standards and procedures with respect to the verification of identity and attributes in accordance with paragraph 1 , point c. those implementing acts shall be adopted in accordance with the examination procedure referred to in article 48(2).; ### 1a. within 12 months after the entry into force of this regulation , the commission shall by means of implementing acts , set out standards and procedures with respect to the verification of identity and attributes in accordance with paragraph 1 , point c. those implementing acts shall be adopted in accordance with the examination procedure referred to in article 48(2).;


### 6. the commission shall be empowered to adopt delegated acts regarding the additional measures referred to in paragraph 2(fa).; ### 6. the commission shall be empowered to adopt delegated acts in accordance with article 47 supplementing this regulation regarding the measures referred to in paragraph 2 , point (fa).


### 1a. generating , managing and duplicating electronic signature creation data on behalf of the signatory may only be done by a qualified trust service provider providing a qualified trust service for the management of a remote electronic qualified signature creation device.; ### 1a. generating , managing and duplicating qualified electronic signature creation data on behalf of the signatory may only be done by a qualified trust service provider providing a qualified trust service for the management of a remote electronic qualified signature creation device.;


### 2. within 12 months of the entering into force of this regulation , the commission shall , by means of implementing acts , establish technical specifications and reference numbers of standards for the purposes of paragraph 1.; ### 2. within 12 months of the entering into force of this regulation , the commission shall , by means of implementing acts , establish technical specifications and reference numbers of standards for the purposes of paragraph 1 of this article. those implementing acts shall be adopted in accordance with the examination procedure referred to in article 48(2).


### 2. within 12 months of the entering into force of this regulation , the commission shall , by means of implementing acts , establish technical specifications and reference numbers of standards for the purposes of paragraph 1.; ### 2. within 12 months of the entering into force of this regulation , the commission shall adopt delegated acts in accordance with article 47 in order to supplement this regulation by establishing technical specifications for the purposes of paragraph 1;


### (38) article 45 is replaced by the following: ### deleted


### 1. an electronic attestation of attributes shall not be denied legal effect and admissibility as evidence in legal proceedings solely on the grounds that it is in electronic form. ### 1. an electronic attestation of attributes shall not be denied legal effect and admissibility as evidence in legal proceedings solely on the grounds that it is in electronic form , or that it does not meet the requirements for qualified electronic attestations of attributes.


### 3. where a qualified electronic attestation of attributes has been revoked after initial issuance , it shall lose its validity from the moment of its revocation , and its status shall not in any circumstances be reverted. ### 3. where a qualified electronic attestation of attributes has been revoked after initial issuance , it shall lose its validity from the moment of its revocation , and its status shall not in any circumstances be reverted. only relying parties the user has shared this attribute with shall be able to link the revocation to those attributes , based on cryptographic functions.


### 4. within 6 months of the entering into force of this regulation , the commission shall establish reference numbers of standards for qualified electronic attestations of attributes by means of an implementing act on the implementation of the european digital identity wallets as referred to in article 6a(10). ### 4. within 6 months of the entering into force of this regulation , the commission shall , by means of implementing acts , establish reference numbers of standards for qualified electronic attestations of attributes. those implementing acts shall be adopted in accordance with the examination procedure referred to in article 48(2).


### 2. within 6 months of the entering into force of this regulation , taking into account relevant international standards , the commission shall set out the minimum technical specifications , standards and procedures with reference to the catalogue of attributes and schemes for the attestation of attributes and verification procedures for qualified electronic attestations of attributes by means of an implementing act on the implementation of the european digital identity wallets as referred to in article 6a(10). ### 2. within 6 months of the entering into force of this regulation , taking into account relevant international standards , the commission shall by means of implementing acts , set out the standards and procedures with reference to the catalogue of attributes and schemes for the attestation of attributes and verification procedures for qualified electronic attestations of attributes. those implementing acts shall be adopted in accordance with the examination procedure referred to in article 48(2).


### section 10 ### deleted


### qualified electronic archiving services ### deleted


### article 45g ### deleted


### a qualified electronic archiving service for electronic documents may only be provided by a qualified trust service provider that uses procedures and technologies capable of extending the trustworthiness of the electronic document beyond the technological validity period. ### deleted


### within 12 months after the entry into force of this regulation , the commission shall , by means of implementing acts , establish reference numbers of standards for electronic archiving services. those implementing acts shall be adopted in accordance with the examination procedure referred to in article 48(2). ### deleted


### electronic ledgers ### deleted


### article 45h ### deleted


### legal effects of electronic ledgers ### deleted


### 1. an electronic ledger shall not be denied legal effect and admissibility as evidence in legal proceedings solely on the grounds that it is in an electronic form or that it does not meet the requirements for qualified electronic ledgers. ### deleted


### 2. a qualified electronic ledger shall enjoy the presumption of the uniqueness and authenticity of the data it contains , of the accuracy of their date and time , and of their sequential chronological ordering within the ledger. ### deleted


### article 45i ### deleted


### requirements for qualified electronic ledgers ### deleted


### 1. qualified electronic ledgers shall meet the following requirements: ### deleted


### 2. compliance with the requirements laid down in paragraph 1 shall be presumed where an electronic ledger meets the standards referred to in paragraph 3. ### deleted


### 3. the commission may , by means of implementing acts , establish reference numbers of standards for the processes of execution and registration of a set of data into , and the creation , of a qualified electronic ledger. those implementing acts shall be adopted in accordance with the examination procedure referred to in article 48(2).; ### deleted


### 2. within 6 months of the entering into force of this regulation , taking into account relevant international standards , the commission shall set out the minimum technical specifications , standards and procedures with reference to the catalogue of attributes and schemes for the attestation of attributes and verification procedures for qualified electronic attestations of attributes by means of an implementing act on the implementation of the european digital identity wallets as referred to in article 6a(10). ### 2. within 6 months of the entering into force of this regulation , the commission shall by means of implementing acts , set out the standards and procedures with reference to the catalogue of attributes and schemes for the attestation of attributes and verification procedures for qualified electronic attestations of attributes. those implementing acts shall be adopted in accordance with the examination procedure referred to in article 48(2).


### section 11 ### deleted


### the type and number of services accepting the use of the european digital wallet; ### the type and number of services accepting the use of the european digital wallet , including the type and number of rejected applications of relying parties and the reasons for that;


### 3. gender; ### deleted


### 4. civil status; ### deleted


### 5. family composition; ### deleted


### (15) streamlining of the current notification and peer-review procedures will prevent heterogeneous approaches to the assessment of various notified electronic identification schemes and facilitate trust-building between member states. new , simplified , mechanisms should foster member states’ cooperation on the security and interoperability of their notified electronic identification schemes. ### (15) streamlining of the current notification and peer-review procedures , in particular by diligent ongoing assessment by the european commission , will prevent heterogeneous approaches to the assessment of various notified electronic identification schemes and facilitate trust-building between member states. new , simplified , mechanisms should foster member states’ cooperation on the security and interoperability of their notified electronic identification schemes.


### (31) secure electronic identification and the provision of attestation of attributes should offer additional flexibility and solutions for the financial services sector to allow identification of customers and the exchange of specific attributes necessary to comply with , for example , customer due diligence requirements under the anti money laundering regulation , [reference to be added after the adoption of the proposal] , with suitability requirements stemming from investor protection legislation , or to support the fulfilment of strong customer authentication requirements for account login and initiation of transactions in the field of payment services. ### (31) secure electronic identification and the provision of attestation of attributes should offer additional flexibility and solutions for the financial services sector to allow identification of customers and the exchange of specific attributes necessary to comply with , for example , customer due diligence requirements under the anti money laundering regulation , [reference to be added after the adoption of the proposal] and identification requirements under the transfer of funds regulation , with suitability requirements stemming from investor protection legislation , or to support the fulfilment of strong customer authentication requirements for account login and initiation of transactions in the field of payment services or crypto-assets services.


### in paragraph 3 , points (c) and (d) are deleted; ### in paragraph 3 , points (c) and (d) are is replaced by the following: