Token-based authentication is a method of verifying the identity of a user or application by using a token instead of a username and password. In this approach, a token is generated by the server and sent to the client, which is then used to authenticate the user or application.

It’s become increasingly popular due to its security benefits and ease of use, which has led to new versions becoming available. That can make it difficult to find the method for your unique needs, but this guide will explain five of the most commonly used options.

5 Types of token-based authentication.

JSON Web Tokens (JWT).

JSON Web Tokens (JWT) is a popular type of token-based authentication that is widely used in web applications. JWTs are encoded JSON objects that are digitally signed and can contain user or application information. They consist of three parts: a header, a payload, and a signature. The header contains information about the algorithm used to sign the token, while the payload contains the user or application data. The signature is used to verify the authenticity of the token.

OAuth Tokens.

OAuth Tokens are another commonly used method that is commonly used in third-party applications. OAuth Tokens are used to grant access to a user's data without requiring the user to share their username and password with the third-party application. OAuth Tokens are generated by the server and can be used to access specific resources. They allow access to a user’s data without requiring the user to share their username and password with the third-party application, so many social media applications use them.

SAML Tokens.

Security Assertion Markup Language (SAML) Tokens are a type of token-based authentication that is commonly used in enterprise applications. SAML Tokens are XML documents that contain user or application information and are digitally signed. They are used to provide single sign-on (SSO) access to multiple applications. Many enterprises use SAML Tokens because they can allow access to multiple applications with a single set of credentials.

OpenID Connect Tokens.

OpenID Connect Tokens are a type of token-based authentication that is built on top of OAuth 2.0. OpenID Connect Tokens are used to verify the identity of a user and provide access to protected resources. They are similar to JWTs, but provide additional features such as user authentication and authorization, which makes them a great option for web applications where users need to access protected resources. They’re incredibly secure because the tokens are digitally signed and can be encrypted to prevent tampering.

Kerberos Tokens.

Kerberos Tokens are a type of token-based authentication that is commonly used in Microsoft Windows environments. Kerberos Tokens are used to provide single sign-on (SSO) access to multiple applications, and they’re used to provide SSO access to multiple applications in a Microsoft Windows environment. They also use encryption to prevent tampering, which makes them extremely secure and a great method of verifying the identity of a user or application.

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