| Account Recovery |
The process of regaining access to a locked or compromised account, typically using backup methods. |
| Authentication |
The process of verifying the identity of a user or device. |
| Authenticator App |
A mobile application that generates time-based or event-based codes for authentication. |
| Biometric Authentication |
A security process that uses unique biological traits, such as fingerprints or facial recognition, for identity verification. |
| One-Time Password (OTP) |
A password that is valid for only one login session or transaction, enhancing security. |
| Password Strength |
A measure of how secure a password is, often based on length and complexity. |
| Phishing |
A fraudulent attempt to obtain sensitive information by disguising as a trustworthy entity. |
| SMS Verification |
A method of confirming a user's identity by sending a one-time code via text message. |
| Security Token |
A physical device or software application that generates a unique code for authentication purposes. |
| Two-Factor Authentication |
A security process that requires two different forms of identification to access an account. |
