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Authorization
Authentication
Deciding what you’re allowed to do after you log in.
Definition
Authorization is about permissions: once the system knows who you are, it decides what you can access or change.
In plain English
Deciding what you’re allowed to do after you log in.
Why this matters
Why it matters: Even if an account is compromised, tight permissions can limit what an attacker can reach.
Example
Example: A child account can view content but can’t change billing settings.
Apps Using Authorization
Examples of apps that implement or relate to this privacy concept