What is Silent Authentication?

Silent Authentication

Silent authentication, also known as passive or invisible authentication, is a type of authentication that occurs in the background without the user having to actively provide their credentials or perform any action. Instead, the user's identity is verified using previously established authentication factors, such as cookies, device fingerprints, or biometric data.

Examples of silent authentication include:

1. Mobile banking apps: Many mobile banking apps use silent authentication to allow users to quickly access their accounts without having to enter their credentials every time they open the app. The app verifies the user's identity using the device's fingerprint or facial recognition technology.

2. Single Sign-On (SSO): SSO solutions allow users to authenticate once and then access multiple applications and services without having to enter their credentials again. SSO can use silent authentication to automatically authenticate users when they launch an application or access a service that is part of the SSO solution.

3. E-commerce websites: Some e-commerce websites use silent authentication to speed up the checkout process. For example, if a user has previously saved their payment and shipping information on the website, the website can use silent authentication to verify the user's identity and process the order without requiring the user to enter their information again.

Overall, silent authentication is a convenient and secure way to authenticate users, as it reduces the need for users to remember and enter their credentials multiple times.

For any additional questions or concerns regarding proximity settings, computer locking, or credential management, or HIPAA compliance, please contact GateKeeper Enterprise support using the Support Ticket form on https://gkaccess.com/support/ or email [e-mail].

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