Single sign-on (SSO) is a practical solution for accessing multiple applications with just one set of login credentials. It saves users time and effort as they don't need to remember multiple usernames and passwords. One popular method of implementing SSO is through magic links. Magic links are secure and unique URLs sent to the user's registered email address. Instead of entering a password, the user simply clicks on the link to log in. This eliminates the need for remembering and managing passwords, making the login process seamless and hassle-free.
Patti Wigington is a pagan author, educator, and licensed clergy. She is the author of Daily Spellbook for the Good Witch, Wicca Practical Magic and The Daily Spell Journal.
By watching agricultural changes such as the ground becoming warmer, and the emergence of plants from the ground you ll know exactly how you should welcome the season. At the ruins of Chichen Itza, the ancient Maya city in Mexico, crowds now gather on the spring and fall equinox to watch as the afternoon sun creates shadows that resemble a snake moving along the stairs of the 79-foot-tall Pyramid of Kukulkan, also called El Castillo.
This eliminates the need for remembering and managing passwords, making the login process seamless and hassle-free. The main idea behind using magic links for SSO is convenience and security. It simplifies the authentication process for users, improving the user experience.
Books to Help You Celebrate the Vernal Equinox Like the Modern Witch You Are
Summon the coven via Facetime! The light and darkness may be in balance for now, but, in the words of Ariana Grande witch-extraordinaire, “The light is coming.” The Vernal (read: Spring) Equinox is upon us! Now is the time to celebrate the power of nature emerging anew. However, since we’re all stuck indoors, what better way to do that than by diving into some truly witchy books? We may not be able to convene the coven in person, but at least we can live vicariously through some fictional ones. With that in mind, here’s a list of books you can read to celebrate Ostara (see below) like the modern witch you are.
Witches of Ash and Ruin
by E Latimer
Modern witchcraft blends with ancient Celtic mythology in an epic clash of witches and gods, perfect for fans of V.E. Schwab's Shades of Magic trilogy and The Chilling Adventures of Sabrina.
Seventeen-year-old Dayna Walsh is struggling to cope with her somatic OCD; the aftermath of being outed as bisexual in her conservative Irish town; and the return of her long-absent mother, who barely seems like a parent. But all that really matters to her is ascending and finally, finally becoming a full witch—plans that are complicated when another coven, rumored to have a sordid history with black magic, arrives in town with premonitions of death. Dayna immediately finds herself at odds with the bewitchingly frustrating Meiner King, the granddaughter of their coven leader.
And then a witch turns up murdered at a local sacred site, along with the blood symbol of the Butcher of Manchester—an infamous serial killer whose trail has long gone cold. The killer's motives are enmeshed in a complex web of witches and gods, and Dayna and Meiner soon find themselves at the center of it all. If they don't stop the Butcher, one of them will be next.
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The Devouring Gray
by C. L. Herman
"Fans of The Raven Boys and Stranger Things rejoice: This is your new obsession." —Claire Legrand, NYT bestselling author of Furyborn
After her sister's death, seventeen-year-old Violet Saunders finds herself dragged to Four Paths, New York. Violet may be a newcomer, but she soon learns her mother isn't: They belong to one of the revered founding families of the town, where stone bells hang above every doorway and danger lurks in the depths of the woods.
Justin Hawthorne 's bloodline has protected Four Paths for generations from the Gray—a lifeless dimension that imprisons a brutal monster. After Justin fails to inherit his family's powers, his mother is determined to keep this humiliation a secret. But Justin can't let go of the future he was promised and the town he swore to protect.
Ever since Harper Carlisle lost her hand to an accident that left her stranded in the Gray for days, she has vowed revenge on the person who abandoned her: Justin Hawthorne. There are ripples of dissent in Four Paths, and Harper seizes an opportunity to take down the Hawthornes and change her destiny—to what extent, even she doesn't yet know.
The Gray is growing stronger every day, and its victims are piling up. When Violet accidentally unleashes the monster, all three must band together with the other Founders to unearth the dark truths behind their families' abilities. before the Gray devours them all.
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The Diviners
by Libba Bray
A young woman discovers her mysterious powers could help catch a killer in the first book of The Diviners series--a stunning supernatural historical mystery set in 1920s New York City, from Printz Award-winning and New York Times bestselling author Libba Bray.
Evangeline O'Neill has been exiled from her boring old hometown and sent off to the bustling streets of New York City--and she is ecstatic. It's 1926, and New York is filled with speakeasies, Ziegfeld girls, and rakish pickpockets. The only catch is that she has to live with her uncle Will and his unhealthy obsession with the occult. Evie worries he'll discover her darkest secret: a supernatural power that has only brought her trouble so far.
When the police find a murdered girl branded with a cryptic symbol and Will is called to the scene, Evie realizes her gift could help catch a serial killer. As Evie jumps headlong into a dance with a murderer, other stories unfurl in the city that never sleeps. And unknown to all, something dark and evil has awakened.
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Teeth in the Mist
by Dawn Kurtagich
Three generations of women uncover an ancient evil in this epic genre-bending horror-fantasy -- a "fearless" Faustian tale perfect for fans of Kendare Blake and Ransom Riggs (Cat Winters).
Before the birth of time, a monk uncovers the Devil's Tongue and dares to speak it. The repercussions will be felt for generations . . .
Sixteen-year-old photography enthusiast Zoey has been fascinated by the haunted, burnt-out ruins of Medwyn Mill House for as long as she can remember -- so she and her best friend, Poulton, run away from home to explore them. But are they really alone in the house? And who will know if something goes wrong?
In 1851, seventeen-year-old Roan arrives at the Mill House as a ward -- one of three, all with something to hide from their new guardian. When Roan learns that she is connected to an ancient secret, she must escape the house before she is trapped forever.
1583. Hermione, a new young bride, accompanies her husband to the wilds of North Wales where he plans to build the largest water mill and mansion in the area. But rumors of unholy rituals lead to a tragic occurrence and she will need all her strength to defeat it.
Three women, centuries apart, drawn together by one Unholy Pact. A pact made by a man who, more than a thousand years later, may still be watching . . .
This haunting, captivating, and "delightfully disturbing" mystery redefines horror and fantasy (Kirkus).
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The word Ostara is just one of the names applied to the celebration of the spring equinox on March 21. It's been celebrated and observed for a long time in many places around the world.
By leveraging the user's email address, magic links provide a secure way to verify the user's identity. As the link is sent to the registered email, only the true owner of the email address can access the account. Magic links can be used for various applications, such as websites, mobile apps, or even enterprise systems. Once the link is clicked, the user is automatically redirected to the authenticated session without the need for additional login steps. This streamlines the login process and enhances user productivity. From a security perspective, magic links can offer a higher level of protection compared to traditional username and password combinations. Passwords can be vulnerable to hacking, phishing attacks, or data breaches. In contrast, magic links provide a unique and time-limited access token, reducing the risk of unauthorized access. However, like any authentication method, magic links have their limitations. If an email account is compromised, the magic link can potentially grant unauthorized access to a user's accounts. Therefore, it is crucial for users to secure their email accounts with strong passwords and two-factor authentication. In conclusion, single sign-on with magic links is a convenient and secure way for users to access multiple applications with just one set of login credentials. By simplifying the authentication process and eliminating the need for passwords, magic links enhance user experience and reduce the risk of unauthorized access. However, users must also be vigilant in protecting their email accounts to maintain the security of their SSO-enabled applications..
Reviews for "The magic of single sign on with magic links"
1. John - 1/5 stars: I found the single sign on with magic links to be incredibly frustrating. It was often slow and took multiple attempts to even receive the magic link email. Even when I did get the email, it would sometimes expire before I could log in. It ended up being more of a hassle than a convenience.
2. Sarah - 2/5 stars: I was really disappointed with the single sign on feature using magic links. It seemed like a great concept, but in reality, it was quite unreliable. I would often have to wait for several minutes just to receive the magic link email, and sometimes it wouldn't even show up at all. When it did work, I felt like I was constantly waiting for the link to expire before I could even log in. It just added unnecessary frustration to my user experience.
3. Michael - 2/5 stars: I was excited to try out the single sign on with magic links, but I quickly became disappointed. The process of waiting for the magic link email was inconsistent, and sometimes it would take several minutes to arrive. Even then, there were times when the link would expire before I could even log in. It felt like a lot of extra hoops to jump through and made the whole login process more time-consuming and frustrating.
4. Emily - 1/5 stars: I had a really negative experience with the single sign on using magic links. It was incredibly slow and often took several minutes just to receive the email with the link. Even when I did get the email, the link would sometimes expire before I could log in. It felt like a waste of time and made me question the reliability of the feature. Overall, I would not recommend it.