User Authentication System

This project is a full-stack User Authentication System built with React.js, Express.js, and MongoDB. It includes the following features:

Features

Account Creation

• Users can create an account with email verification via OTP (One-Time Password).
• OTPs are time-limited to enhance security.

Password Reset

• Users can reset their password securely using an OTP sent to their email.

Authentication Management

• Cookies are used to securely manage user sessions and tokens.
• Axios is used for seamless communication between the frontend and backend.

User Interface

• A responsive and intuitive UI created with React.js to ensure a smooth user experience.

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Tech Stack

• Frontend: React.js, Axios
• Backend: Node.js, Express.js
• Database: MongoDB
• Security: Cookies for secure session management, OTP time limits

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How It Works

Sign-Up

1. User registers with an email and password.
2. An OTP is sent to the email for verification.
3. Account activation is required for login.

Forgot Password

1. User requests a password reset by entering their email.
2. An OTP is sent to the email for password reset verification.
3. Users can set a new password upon successful OTP verification.

Session Management

• Secure cookies are used for managing authentication tokens.
• Axios handles API requests with credentials enabled.

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Setup Instructions

1. Clone the repository:

   git clone <repository-url>