Authentication Method Selector
Select an account type, device support level, and risk tolerance to get an instant, tailored authentication method recommendation.
Recommended Method
Passkey (platform authenticator)
For standard users on modern devices, a platform authenticator (Windows Hello, Touch ID, or similar) delivers the strongest practical protection with the lowest ongoing friction — no codes to type, no push-fatigue exposure.
Fallback: Authenticator app with number-matching for any application not yet supporting passkeys
This recommendation is a starting point based on general best practice, not a substitute for a full identity security review. See Multi-Factor Authentication: Methods and Best Practices for the full comparison behind these recommendations.
FAQ
Common Questions
How is this different from the other identity tools?
The Identity & MFA Readiness Assessment and Passwordless Readiness Assessment evaluate your organization's broader posture across many questions. This tool answers one narrower, immediate question — "which authentication method fits this specific account or scenario" — with a single recommendation.
Why does account type change the recommendation so much?
A service account, a shared kiosk device, a standard user, and an administrator all carry different risk profiles and have different practical constraints (a service account can't interact with a push notification). The right method depends on which of these you're actually authenticating.
What does "phishing-resistant" mean in the result?
A phishing-resistant method (hardware key, passkey) is cryptographically bound to the real destination and cannot be captured by a relay-based phishing attack the way a code or push approval can — see Authentication Attacks for the full explanation.
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Identity & Access Guides
Related Resources
The full topic hub — articles, diagrams, and downloads on authentication, MFA, SSO, and privileged access.
Broader identity and authentication posture assessment across six areas.
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Operational Support
Need help rolling out the right authentication methods?
IT KORR can help select, procure, and roll out the right authentication methods across every account type in your organization — from service accounts to executive devices.
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