Essential Tremors - Password Management
Password Management
It has been commonly observed that people with disabilities get confused with their passwords. Password management is quite tricky for anyone I have found. Working with online services, every account wants an email address and password. When you are looking at password controls, consider can the clients access the password on any device they have now and in future devices. How do they edit and change the password in the password manager? Can they see the password if they need to? When to use two-factor authentication and which method.
Due to the complexity of password management, this needs to be tailored to the client skills and capabilities with consideration of the stakeholders.
Due to the tremors, we prefer to connect the password manager to facial recognition. We can bypass the use of the PIN number for access to the device then access to the password is connected to the participants face.
If well working facial recognition is not available we can then connect to the fingerprint. The reason this is not preferable, depending on the client light touching the button without pressing the button can be confusing as it opens other screens. The light touch will view the client’s finger and open the password manager.
Managing passwords can be a challenging task for anyone, but it can be especially difficult for individuals with disabilities. People with disabilities may have difficulty remembering multiple passwords, typing them accurately, or accessing them on different devices. As a result, it's important to carefully consider the password management solutions that are used for individuals with disabilities.
When choosing a password manager, it's essential to consider whether the client can access the password on any device they have now and in future devices. Can they easily edit and change the password in the password manager, and can they see the password if they need to? These are all important factors to consider when selecting a password management solution.
In addition to these factors, it's also important to consider the use of two-factor authentication. Two-factor authentication adds an extra layer of security by requiring a second form of verification, such as a fingerprint or facial recognition, in addition to the password. This can help to prevent unauthorized access to accounts and protect sensitive information.
For individuals with disabilities, using facial recognition or fingerprint technology can be a convenient and accessible way to access password managers. These methods can be faster and easier to use than typing a password, and they can also be more secure.
However, it's important to keep in mind that not all individuals with disabilities will be able to use these methods. For example, individuals with tremors may have difficulty using fingerprint technology, as a light touch on the button could open other screens. In these cases, alternative methods, such as a PIN number, may be more appropriate.
Overall, when it comes to password management for individuals with disabilities, it's essential to tailor the solution to the client's skills and capabilities, with consideration of the stakeholders involved. By carefully selecting the right password manager and authentication methods, we can help to ensure that individuals with disabilities have secure and accessible access to their accounts.