Customer logins add value for some businesses, but they also add cost, security responsibility and maintenance.
When logins make sense
- Online stores with order history and saved addresses.
- Courses and memberships with paid content.
- B2B portals for repeat ordering.
- Clients accessing reports, documents or project updates.
When you may not need them
- Simple enquiry-based businesses.
- One-time purchases where guest checkout is enough.
Responsibilities
- Secure password storage and login protection.
- Password reset flows.
- Data protection and privacy notices; draft with our privacy policy generator.
- Support for login problems.
Simpler options
- OTP login via phone or email instead of passwords.
- Sending documents or updates by secure links.
Cost
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