Mail one login
You're referring to a "single sign-on" (SSO) solution!
Single sign-on (SSO) is a technology that allows users to access multiple applications or systems with a single set of login credentials. This eliminates the need for users to remember multiple usernames and passwords, making it more convenient and secure.
Here's how it typically works:
- A user attempts to access an application or system that is part of the SSO domain.
- The application redirects the user to the SSO login page, which is usually a centralized authentication server.
- The user enters their login credentials (e.g., username and password) on the SSO login page.
- The SSO server verifies the credentials and authenticates the user.
- If the authentication is successful, the SSO server issues a token or cookie to the user's browser.
- The token or cookie is then used to authenticate the user for all subsequent requests to the applications or systems within the SSO domain.
The benefits of SSO include:
- Improved user experience: Users only need to remember one set of login credentials.
- Increased security: SSO reduces the risk of password-related attacks, as users only need to manage a single set of credentials.
- Simplified password management: Administrators can manage user credentials in a centralized location, making it easier to enforce password policies and rotate credentials.
Some common SSO protocols and technologies include:
- SAML (Security Assertion Markup Language)
- OAuth (Open Authorization)
- Kerberos
- Active Directory Federation Services (AD FS)
- Okta, OneLogin, and other cloud-based SSO solutions.
I hope that helps!