Starting with web3: setup the Internet Identity | Replace Email and Password

The Internet Identity blockchain authentication system enables you to sign in securely and anonymously to dapps on the Internet Computer blockchain.

Paolo ∞
2 min readJun 29, 2022

In simple words is authentication unlocking your phone but none will register your face/fingerprint/else

Check how to setup your Internet Identity in 50 second:

Follow the written guide:

  1. Open a supported browser (e.g., Chrome, Firefox, or Safari). Go to identity.ic0.app. Click on register with a new identity.
  2. Enter your device’s name (e.g., “My Google Pixel 4”). Then click register.
  3. Then select your choice of authentication method. Authenticate either with your security key, smart phone passcode or locking option, or a biometrics fingerprint or face ID.
  4. Confirm registration. You will be provided with your Internet Identity number. Note the number, and save the number somewhere secure.
  5. Press continue; you will be directed to a warning page that asks you to set up account recovery. Continue and choose your recovery option. You can select either seed phrase and/or a security key. Press continue again, and you’re done.

Internet Identity in details

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Paolo ∞

Marketer//PM//Entrepreneur in the web3. ICP Enthusiast.