The essential security checklist for user identity

Introduction

Building user identity is a critical component of any application. It enables you to provide personalized experiences, enhance data quality, and improve user retention.

Validating usernames and passwords may seem like the simplest approach, but there are many other aspects to consider. Let's get started!

Infrastructure

Enforce HTTPS

Let's start with the basics. Always enforce the use of HTTPS (Hypertext Transfer Protocol Secure) to encrypt data transmission over the internet. HTTPS ensures that the data exchanged between the user's …

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