💻Introduction
Secure user authentication is a must-have for any modern web app.
In this guide, you’ll learn how to build a simple yet secure PHP login system using MySQL—covering database setup, password hashing, and session management.
A perfect starting point for PHP beginners.
💻Why Does Security system Matter?
Protecting User Data
Defense Against Cyber Attacks
Building User Trust
Compliance with Regulations
Protecting Reputation
💻Website Pages Overview
inscription page
This is the first page users see when they visit your site:
New users can create an account by providing their details
connexion page
this is the second page users see when they visit your site:
Users who already have an account can log in using their email and password."
dashboard page
this is the third page users see when they visit your site:
Upon successful login, the user is redirected to the main dashboard or homepage
logout page
this is the fourth page users see when they visit your site:
Once the user logs out, they are redirected to the login page to start a new session if needed
💻conclusion
Building a secure login system is a foundational step in web development. In this guide, we walked through the key components of creating one using PHP and MySQL—from handling user input safely, to hashing passwords and managing sessions properly. While this is a basic system, it sets the stage for more advanced features like email verification, password resets, and user roles.
Always remember: security isn’t a one-time setup—it’s an ongoing responsibility. Keep learning, keep improving, and make your applications safer every day.
Thanks for reading, and feel free to leave a comment if you have questions or suggestions!
💻About the Authors
Article written by:
👨💻Meriem Maloumy ,
🧠Malak Ait khoya lahcen ,
🛠️Oumaima Benrahma ,
✍️Kawtar Riame.
🔗 View the project on GitHub:
https://github.com/meriem08maloumy/Hackathon-authentification-d-un-systeme.git
