The Auth Code Input for Secure User Verification
The Auth Code - Input component provides a structured field for users to enter authentication codes, enhancing security during verification workflows.
Features
Discover the key features of the Auth code component.
Enhanced Security
The Auth code component adds an extra layer of security, safeguarding user data and ensuring only authorized access to sensitive areas. By requiring users to enter a unique verification code during authentication, this feature strengthens platform security against unauthorized access attempts, protecting user privacy and preventing potential breaches.
User Verification
During the authentication process, users input a unique verification code provided to them, ensuring that only individuals with authorized access can proceed. This step fortifies platform security by verifying user identities, reducing the risk of unauthorized entry and enhancing overall data protection measures.
Data Protection
Implementation of the Auth code feature prevents unauthorized entry to restricted sections and sensitive data within the platform. By requiring users to provide a unique verification code, this security measure ensures that only authorized individuals can access confidential information, thereby safeguarding user privacy and maintaining data integrity effectively.
Anatomy
Fields
The primary area where the user inputs the code.
States
Defines the various statuses of the field which could be empty, filled, focused, or depict success or error.
Types
The component can represent the input in different styles like numbers only, numbers with lines, and dots with lines to denote the characters entered.
Example Use Cases
Authentication Flows
Integrating into multi-step authentication flows where users input verification codes sent via SMS, email, or other communication channels.
Security Enhancements
Strengthening login or verification processes with multi-factor authentication (MFA) by prompting users to enter unique codes in addition to passwords.
User Verification
Verifying user identity during account creation, password reset, or sensitive transactions by requiring one-time codes sent to registered contact details.
Guidelines for Usage
When incorporating the Auth Code component into authentication interfaces, follow these guidelines:
Clear Visual Representation: Ensure each input field is visually distinct and clearly indicates where users should input their authentication codes.
Responsive Design: Design the component to be responsive and adaptable to various screen sizes and devices, ensuring optimal usability on desktop and mobile platforms.
Input Validation: Implement input validation to restrict user input to valid characters (e.g., numeric digits) and enforce length constraints based on authentication code requirements.
Feedback and Error Handling: Provide visual feedback for successful code entry and clear error messages for incorrect or incomplete inputs, guiding users through the authentication process.
Accessibility Considerations: Meet accessibility standards by providing sufficient color contrast, keyboard navigation support, and compatibility with assistive technologies for users with disabilities.
Variants
.auth-code-number
A variant where the input fields accept numerical inputs only.
.auth-code-num-line
A variant where each numerical input is accompanied by a line.
.auth-code-dot
A variant where the input fields are depicted with dots, accompanied by lines.
Sizes
.auth-code-small
A compact size for the component, ideal for limited space or subtle emphasis, making it less prominent but still functional and visible.
.auth-code-medium
The standard size for the component, providing a balance between visibility and space, suitable for most typical use cases and standard interfaces.
.auth-code-large
A larger size for the component, ensuring it stands out and is easily noticeable, often used for primary actions or important interactions to draw user attention.
Best Practices vs. Common Pitfalls
Do:
Ensure that the component is placed in a clear and visible area during the authentication process.
Use appropriate size based on the platform and the available space to avoid cluttering.
Utilize the states effectively to provide clear user feedback (like success or error).
Don't:
Avoid using the component for other inputs that are not related to authentication or verification.
Do not make modifications to the predefined sizes and variants as they are optimized for better performance and consistency across the design system.
Avoid using confusing or similar colors for different states to prevent misleading the users.