An exploration of graphical password authentication for children

Publication date: Available online 7 July 2018Source: International Journal of Child-Computer InteractionAuthor(s): Hala Assal, Ahsan Imran, Sonia ChiassonAbstractIn this paper, we explore graphical passwords as a child-friendly alternative for user authentication. We evaluate the usability of three variants of the PassTiles graphical password scheme for children, and explore the similarities and differences in performance and preferences between children and adults while using these schemes. Children were most successful at recalling passwords containing images of distinct objects. Both children and adults prefer graphical passwords to their existing schemes, but password memorization strategies differ considerably between the two groups. Based on our findings, we provide recommendations for designing more child-friendly authentication schemes.

Source: International Journal of Child Computer Interaction - July 10, 2018 Category: Child Development Source Type: research