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Access Token

Session Management

A short-lived code that proves you’re logged in.

Definition

An access token is a piece of data an app uses to prove you are allowed to access something.

In plain English A short-lived code that proves you’re logged in.

Why this matters

Why it matters: If tokens leak, someone can act as you until the token expires.

Example

Example: Your app sends an access token to an API to read your profile.