What is Magic Link authentication?

Magic Links are a passwordless authentication method delivered to users via email. After they input their email address, the service sends them a link granting access that expires if not used within a specified time. This security method for the login process is a type of multi-factor authentication.

How secure is Magic Link?

Magic Links provide a passwordless authentication method where a service sends a user an email with a link to authenticate the person to log into their account. It acts as a multi-factor authentication security method to protect user identity, credentials, and data access.

How long should Magic Links last?

As a passwordless authentication method used for security, the Magic Link token sent to a user’s email address should only allow access for a short time period, usually an hour. Organizations set the time period. Similar to a one-time-password, the Magic Link’s access should be deactivated when the period expires.

When should I use a magic link?

Magic Links are a useful passwordless authentication security method for applications where you are unable to verify the user’s identity beyond their email address and password.

How do you implement Magic Link?

Developers can implement Magic Link passwordless authentication by creating a process that sends a secret, single-use link instead of requiring a password. The link sets a cookie that sets time-bound access for a single session or multiple sessions.

How does Magic Link authentication work?

As a passwordless security method, Magic Link authentication is when a user enters their email address as an application login then receives a link via email that completes the process. It is a security method enabling multi-factor authentication that mitigates fraud risks.

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