Conducting a Usability Evaluation of Decentralized Identity Management Solutions

Abstract New approaches to identity management based on technologies such as blockchain and distributed ledgers are promoted a chance give users full control over their own data. Despite being often called the future of digital management, Decentralized Identity Management (DIdM) Self-sovereign Identities (SSI) still facing number challenges, usability major one: concepts too sophisticated for do not fit mental models. We address this by conducting study that analyses evaluates practical applicability some most advanced DIdM solutions. The results user tests reveal existing issues outline way they deprive end experiencing entire range claimed privacy security benefits these