Data Standards Body
The Australian Government established the Data Standards Body to deliver open standards to support the Consumer Data Right and Digital ID.
Data Standards for Consumer Data Right
The Consumer Data Right (CDR) gives consumers greater control over their data. The Data Standards for CDR set the specific baseline for implementation.
Data Standards for Digital ID
The Digital ID Act sets the framework and accreditation scheme for Digital ID services. It includes 2 Data Standards: biometrics and technologies in accredited services and technical requirements.
News and announcements
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CD210 FAPI 2.0 Alignment - Draft Standards
The consultation invites feedback from participants on the alignment of the Consumer Data Right (CDR) Data Standards to the Financial-Grade API (FAPI) 2.0 security profile.
The proposed change aims to strengthen security and simplify implementation of the CDR data standards.
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CD374 Minimum Baseline Authentication - Draft Standards
The consultation invites feedback from participants on proposed changes to the Consumer Data Right (CDR) Data Standards to strengthen authentication requirements, improve accessibility and consumer experience and make the CDR ecosystem more secure and consistent.
Published: Problem Definition - NPP Service Values Alignment
The NPP Service Values Alignment Problem Definition has been published to provide early visibility of potential changes to the CDR Data Standards in response to NPP Release 10.
Newsletter 16 October 2026
Catch up on the latest developments from the Data Standards Body, including updates on standards development, upcoming public consultations, industry engagement activities, and news from across the Consumer Data Right ecosystem.
Newsletter 11 September 2026
Read the latest updates, consultations and community events from the Data Standards Body for the period ending 11 September 2026.
Outcomes: Data Standards development reforms
The consultation outcomes have now been published, establishing a more transparent, predictable and consistent approach to the development and implementation of Data Standards.