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Authentication

Authentication

Multi-Factor Authentication (MFA) Authorization Password Manager Two-Factor Authentication (2FA)

Proving you are who you say you are.

Definition

Authentication is the step where a system checks your identity before letting you in—like checking a ticket at the door.

In plain English Proving you are who you say you are.

Why this matters

Why it matters: Good authentication helps stop strangers from accessing your private accounts and data.

Example

Example: Logging in with a password, a code, or a fingerprint.

Apps Using Authentication

Examples of apps that implement or relate to this privacy concept

Proton Mail logo

Proton Mail

Privacy Score: 88

Proton Mail is a privacy-focused email service with strong encryption options. It helps you keep ...

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Tor Browser logo

Tor Browser

Privacy Score: 95

Tor Browser is a privacy-friendly web browser with tracking protection. It helps you keep more co...

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Tutanota logo

Tutanota

Privacy Score: 84

Tutanota is a privacy-focused email service with strong encryption options. It helps you keep mor...

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Mailbox.org logo

Mailbox.org

Privacy Score: 75

Mailbox.org is a privacy-focused email service with strong encryption options. It helps you keep ...

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VeraCrypt logo

VeraCrypt

Privacy Score: 90

VeraCrypt is a tool for encrypting your files. It helps you keep more control over your data.

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Bitwarden logo

Bitwarden

Privacy Score: 86

Bitwarden is a secure password manager to store your logins. It helps you keep more control over ...

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