Passwordless Authentication is a modern identity security approach that eliminates the need for traditional passwords by using more secure alternatives such as biometrics (fingerprint or facial recognition), magic links, hardware tokens, one-time codes, or device-based authentication. This method enhances both security and user experience by removing the vulnerabilities associated with password fatigue, credential reuse, phishing, and brute-force attacks.
Passwordless authentication helps secure business systems and sensitive data by significantly reducing the attack surface commonly exploited through stolen or weak passwords. It enables stronger identity verification, simplifies access control, and aligns with zero-trust architecture principles. By integrating with identity and access management (IAM) frameworks, it ensures only verified users can access corporate applications and data—whether they’re employees, vendors, or customers. Moreover, it supports compliance requirements by enforcing secure login policies and reducing risks tied to user credential compromise.
