# Email and password sign-in
### Scope
This document defines the **standard email and password sign-in flow** for **Members** in a Business Organization.
This flow applies to:
* Users invited to an organization
* Members without administrative privileges
Authentication is performed using **email and password**.\
Additional security verification (if any) is handled by **separate security flows**.
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### I am new. Where should I start?
If you are a **Member**, you do not configure authentication settings.
You only need to:
* Use the email address associated with your account
* Enter your password
* Follow on-screen instructions if additional verification is required
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#### Purpose
This guide helps Members understand:
* How to sign in using email and password
* What happens during the sign-in process
* What to expect after successful authentication
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#### Prerequisites
Before signing in, make sure that:
* Your account has been created or you have accepted an invitation
* You know your email address and password
* Your email address has been verified
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### I already understand. How do I proceed step by step?
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#### 1. Open the Sign-In Page
**Step 1:** Open the [**Sign In**](https://account.oten.live/login) page.
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#### 2. Enter Email and Password
**Step 2:** Enter your email address and password.
**Step 3:** Click **Sign In**.
At this stage:
* Credentials are validated
* Organization-level security policies are evaluated
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#### 3. Authentication Result
**Successful Sign-In**
* You are authenticated successfully
* A session is created
* You are redirected to your assigned dashboard or workspace
#### Additional Verification Required (If Applicable)
If your organization enforces additional security checks:
* You will be redirected to a separate verification flow (for example: MFA or passkey)
> Detailed verification steps are documented separately.
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### Security Considerations
* Passwords are never stored in plain text
* Failed sign-in attempts may be rate-limited
* Suspicious login behavior may trigger additional verification
* Sessions may be revoked if security policies are violated
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### Important Notes
* Members cannot change authentication methods
* Password reset is self-service only via **Forgot Password**
* Security policies are enforced automatically by the organization
* Access may be denied if:
* IP or geo restrictions apply
* Device or platform restrictions are enforced
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### Summary
| Item | Member |
| ---------------------------- | ------------------------ |
| Sign-In Method | Email & Password |
| MFA Control | Enforced by organization |
| Authentication Configuration | ❌ Not allowed |
| Password Reset | ✅ Self-service |
| Administrative Access | ❌ No |
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