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SwitchGuard Pro
Re-Authentication

Re-Authentication

Require the switcher to confirm their password before switching to higher-privilege target users.

Navigate to SwitchGuard → Settings → Security → Re-Authentication.

Settings

SettingDefaultDescription
Require Re-Auth for Privileged TargetsNoPrompt for password confirmation when switching to editors or higher
Privilege Threshold Role Level7 (Editor)Minimum role level that triggers re-authentication prompt

How It Works

Initiate switch

Admin clicks Switch to for a target user at or above the threshold role level.

Password prompt

A password confirmation modal appears.

Enter password

Admin enters their own current password.

Verification and switch

On successful verification, the switch proceeds normally.