Epic User Story
I. Overview
As a part of [Your Company Name]'s commitment to enhancing user experience and security, this user story focuses on implementing a robust authentication and authorization system. By providing users with a seamless and secure login process, [Your Company Name] aims to improve user satisfaction and safeguard sensitive information.
II. User Persona/Role
As a user of [Your Company Name]'s platform, I want to securely authenticate and access my account to utilize its features and services.
III. User Story/Statement
As a [user], I want to be able to register for a new account, securely log in using my credentials, recover my password if forgotten, and manage my account settings with ease.
IV. Acceptance Criteria/Requirements
User Registration:
- Users should be able to register for a new account by providing their email address and creating a password. 
- The registration form should include validation checks for email format and password strength. 
- Upon successful registration, users should receive a confirmation email to verify their account. 
User Login:
- Registered users should be able to log in securely using their email address and password. 
- The login process should include mechanisms to prevent brute-force attacks and unauthorized access. 
- Failed login attempts should trigger appropriate error messages and provide guidance for resolution. 
Password Recovery:
- Users should have the ability to recover their password if forgotten by requesting a password reset. 
- A password reset link should be sent to the user's registered email address. 
- Password reset functionality should be secure and protect against unauthorized access to accounts. 
Account Management:
- Users should be able to manage their account settings, including updating their email address and password. 
- Account management features should be intuitive and easily accessible from the user profile dashboard. 
- Changes to account settings should be reflected immediately and securely stored in the database. 
V. Dependencies
- Integration with a secure authentication service or library. 
- Development of front-end interfaces for registration, login, password recovery, and account management. 
- Coordination with the design team for UI/UX considerations. 
VI. Additional Notes
Security is paramount in implementing authentication and authorization features to protect user data. Continuous testing and refinement are necessary to ensure a seamless and reliable user experience. Feedback from users should be solicited and incorporated to improve the authentication system iteratively.
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