Understanding Authentication Methods

Read:
Authentication means “proving it’s really you.”
It’s like showing your school ID before entering class.

Types:

  • Password (something you know)
  • Fingerprint or Face ID (something you are)
  • One-time code (OTP) sent to your phone (something you have)

Activity:
Match the method with its example.

Method

Example

Password

Typing “MyC@t#2024”

Biometric

Using your fingerprint

OTP

Entering a 6-digit phone code

Security Tip:
Using two of these together = Two-Factor Authentication (2FA).
It’s like having two locks on your door instead of one.