eIDAS 2.0: the Wallet, not just a login

eIDAS 2.0 introduces the European Digital Identity Wallet, a secure app issued by each Member State that lets you prove who you are and share specific attributes (like age or nationality) across borders. The key shift is from a simple login credential to a full wallet that stores verified data and gives you control over what you share. Contrast this with the old eIDAS scheme, which only recognised national eIDs for authentication—now the wallet adds attribute sharing and user consent as core features.

To avoid the common trap, remember: the wallet is not just a login tool; it also handles attributes like a digital driving licence or a diploma. If a question mentions cross-border sharing of a single piece of data (e.g., proving you are over 18), think wallet, not just eID. Another hint: the wallet is offered by Member States voluntarily, but once issued, it must be accepted across the EU. A quick elimination trick: if the scenario only involves logging into a website, it's likely the old eIDAS; if it involves sharing a specific attribute, it's eIDAS 2.0.

For a fast memory check: picture a physical wallet with a driver's licence and a loyalty card—the digital wallet works the same way, but for identity attributes. Test yourself by asking: 'Does this question involve proving a fact about me (like age) rather than just who I am?' If yes, you are in eIDAS 2.0 territory.