Entities accredited under the Digital ID Accreditation Scheme can use and display the new Digital ID Accreditation Trustmark, which can be found in Schedule 1 of the Digital ID Rules.
- Displaying the accreditation trustmark will give users confidence that your service meets the strict requirements and standards under the Accreditation Scheme.
- The accreditation trustmark must not be used or displayed by any organisations that are not accredited under the Digital ID Accreditation Scheme, unless otherwise allowed by the Digital ID legislation.
- Seperate to the requirements in the Digital ID Rules, accredited entities will be asked to sign a Trademark Licensing Agreement before using or displaying the accreditation trustmark.
This image of the accreditation trustmark is for you to view only. To use or display the accreditation trustmark, accredited entities must first contact us at digitalid@finance.gov.au to agree terms of use and obtain permission.
It is not mandatory for an accredited entity to use or display the accreditation trustmark. However, should an accredited entity choose to do so, they will be required to comply with requirements set out in the Digital ID Rules and an Accreditation Trustmark Style Guide.
Key requirements accredited entities will need to follow include:
- You must provide a hyperlink to the Digital ID accredited entities register near the trustmark (the register will be available from 1 December 2024).
- Take reasonable steps to ensure that it is clear to a user which service is an accredited service and which service is not an accredited service. The use or display of the accreditation trustmark must be specifically in relation to accredited services provided.
- Cease use or display of the accreditation trustmark within 7 days if your organisation’s accreditation is suspended or revoked.
There are additional requirements that may apply depending on the type of accredited entity (for example, for accredited exchange providers) under the Digital ID Rules.
Penalties may apply where an entity does not comply with the Digital ID Rules, including for unauthorised use or display of the accreditation mark.
Refer to the Digital ID Rules Chapter 5 - Trustmarks for more information on obligations and limitations for accredited entities when using or displaying the accreditation trustmark.
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