Passwords are human-generated, which makes them weak and easy for hackers to crack. Token-based authentication is also a huge step up from relying on traditional passwords, which is inherently insecure.
Websites can add additional layers of security beyond traditional passwords without forcing users to repeatedly prove their identity, which improves both user experience and security. This token-based process proves that the user has been provided access to applications, websites, and resources without having to verify their identity every time they navigate to a new site.
Expiration: The token will remain active until the user logs out or closes the server. If there is a match, the user will be allowed to proceed. When the user moves on to access a new website, the authentication token is decoded and verified. Storage: The token is transmitted back to the user’s browser, which stores it for access to future website visits. Token submission: The server generates a secure, signed authentication token for the user for a specific period of time. This involves checking the password entered against the username provided. Verification: The server verifies the login information to determine that the user should have access. Request: The user logs in to a service using their login credentials, which issues an access request to a server or protected resource. Token-based authentication works through this five-step process: That token provides users with access to protected pages and resources for a limited period of time without having to re-enter their username and password. It enables users to verify their identity to websites, which then generates a unique encrypted authentication token. Token-based authentication is a protocol that generates encrypted security tokens.