> For the complete documentation index, see [llms.txt](https://docs.mosip.io/1.2.0/llms.txt). Markdown versions of documentation pages are available by appending `.md` to page URLs; this page is available as [Markdown](https://docs.mosip.io/1.2.0/id-lifecycle-management/identity-management.md). # Identity Management **Identity Management** refers to the processes and technologies used to create, maintain, and manage digital identities. In MOSIP, it ensures secure and efficient handling of individual identity data throughout its lifecycle. * **Resident Services**: Provides APIs for managing resident data, including creation, updates, and retrieval of demographic and biometric information. * **Resident Portal**: A reference UI for residents to easily access and manage their identity data. * **ID Schema**: Defines the structure and format of identity data, ensuring consistency and interoperability across the system. * **Identifiers**: Manages the generation, assignment, and lifecycle of unique identifiers for individuals within the MOSIP ecosystem. --- # Agent Instructions This documentation is published with GitBook. GitBook is the documentation platform designed so that both humans and AI agents can read, navigate, and reason over technical content effectively. Learn more at gitbook.com. ## Querying This Documentation If you need additional information that is not directly available in this page, you can query the documentation dynamically by asking a question. Perform an HTTP GET request on the current page URL with the `ask` query parameter: ``` GET https://docs.mosip.io/1.2.0/id-lifecycle-management/identity-management.md?ask= ``` The question should be specific, self-contained, and written in natural language. The response will contain a direct answer to the question and relevant excerpts and sources from the documentation. Use this mechanism when the answer is not explicitly present in the current page, you need clarification or additional context, or you want to retrieve related documentation sections.