User Identity

An authenticated identity managed by CROWN Auth and linked to permitted application contexts.

Reviewed: July 2026
Current state: Authentication identities, memberships, sessions, and application grants are implemented by CROWN Auth.

Owning boundary: CROWN Auth
Not equivalent to: Person · Actor · Account Role
Verified identifiers: authSubjectId

A User Identity is an authenticated identity managed by CROWN Auth. Authentication proves who is signing in; scoped permissions and business responsibilities are separate decisions.

Related guidance

What is the difference between a Person, Actor, and User Identity?

Person

Actor

Permission