Multi-factor authentication
Dafira protects board information with SMS-based multi-factor authentication (MFA). This page explains how SMS verification secures access for directors and governance teams.
What MFA is
Board environments involve highly confidential information: strategy, finance, audit materials, legal documentation and executive discussions. Secure authentication is essential.
Multi-factor authentication (MFA) adds a second verification step, beyond a password, so that only authorised individuals can access the platform.
In Dafira, this second step is a code sent by SMS: a quick and reliable way to confirm a user’s identity before granting access to governance data.
Risks addressed
SMS verification reduces the risk of:
Unauthorised access
Password theft or sharing
Phishing attacks
Impersonation
Account takeover
Exposure of confidential documents
Designed for boards
Board members often work across devices and locations. SMS MFA works without an authenticator app or technical set-up.
Whether logging in from a laptop, tablet or mobile phone, users receive the code by SMS, including when travelling.
SMS MFA secures access to:
How it works
Dafira uses SMS verification to strengthen login security.
Access is restricted to the person who controls the registered mobile number, without adding complexity for the user.
Regulated organisations
SMS MFA helps organisations meet internal and external expectations for secure authentication.
Security framework
SMS MFA works alongside the other security measures of the platform.
EU-based data hosting
Encryption at rest and in transit
Role-based access and permissions
Detailed audit trails and activity logs
Secure distribution of board packs
Redundancy and backups
In practice
What SMS MFA brings to board work.
We recommend enabling SMS MFA for:
SMS MFA secures access to all Dafira features:
Our team can guide you through best practices and configuration options.