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Authentication (Biometric, 2FA, etc.) in Payments | Glossary Modulr

Written by Modulr | Jul 24, 2025 11:00:00 PM
Authentication is the process of verifying a user’s identity before granting access to a service or approving a transaction. In payments, authentication mechanisms such as biometric verification (including fingerprint or facial recognition) and two-factor authentication (2FA) enhance security by preventing unauthorised access to an account or device with sensitive payment capabilities.