Step-Up Authentication
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Also known as: step-up auth, re-authentication
Last updated August 9, 2026
Definition
Step-up authentication asks for extra verification for sensitive actions even if you are already signed in.
Real-World Example
Requiring Face ID again before showing a saved card number in a banking app.
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