Glossary

Tenant – is an isolated instance of a service or application configured for a specific client or group of users. It ensures the security and confidentiality of data, allowing each tenant to have their own settings, users, and policies.

Platform FIDO key – These are built-in authentication methods that use the hardware of your device, such as a fingerprint sensor or facial recognition feature on your smartphone or computer. These keys are integrated into operating systems like Windows Hello, Apple Touch ID, or Android Biometric Prompt.

Hardware FIDO key – This is a physical device that a user uses for authentication. It can be connected to a computer via USB, NFC, or Bluetooth. Examples of hardware keys include Hideez Key, YubiKey, Google Titan Key, and others.