> ## Documentation Index
> Fetch the complete documentation index at: https://wiki.warfront-nations.com/llms.txt
> Use this file to discover all available pages before exploring further.

# Account Security: Protect Your Warfront Nations Account

> Keep your Warfront Nations account safe — secure your password, understand login sessions, and know what to do if your account is compromised.

Your account security is one of the most important things you can manage as a Warfront Nations player. Losing access to your account — or having it taken over — can undo months of carefully built progress, alliances, and hard-won territory. A few simple habits go a long way toward keeping your nation safe.

## Password Best Practices

Your password is the first line of defence for your account. Follow these guidelines to keep it strong:

* **Use a unique password** — don't reuse a password from another website or game. If that other service is ever breached, attackers will try the same credentials on other accounts.
* **Make it strong** — use a mix of uppercase and lowercase letters, numbers, and symbols. A longer passphrase (four or more random words) is both strong and easier to remember.
* **Use a password manager** — tools like Bitwarden or 1Password can generate and store strong, unique passwords for every site, so you only need to remember one master password.
* **Change your password immediately if you suspect a problem** — if you notice any suspicious activity on your account, don't wait. Reset your password right away.

Warfront Nations stores your password using encryption. We never see or store your plain-text password — only a secure hash is kept on our servers.

## Login Sessions

When you sign in, Warfront Nations creates a session that keeps you logged in for up to **7 days**. Here's what that means in practice:

* You won't need to sign in again on your personal device for up to a week.
* Sessions are protected by secure, encrypted cookies designed to guard against common web attacks.
* **Always log out when using a shared or public device** — on a library computer, a friend's machine, or any device that isn't yours, manually sign out when you're done. Don't rely on the session expiring on its own.
* Logging in from a new or unrecognised device may trigger additional security checks to verify it's really you.

## Device Recognition

To protect your account from unauthorised access, Warfront Nations uses device fingerprinting when you log in or register. The game collects basic technical details about your browser environment, including:

* Browser type and version
* Operating system
* Screen resolution
* Browser language

This information is used **only for account security** — specifically, to detect login attempts from devices that don't match your usual pattern. If a login looks suspicious, additional checks may be triggered before access is granted. This is a security feature, not advertising or behavioural tracking.

## Device Verification

Device verification protects your account when login behavior changes. If **both** the device fingerprint **and** the IP address change, the account may require email verification before login continues.

The verification token:

* Is sent by **email**
* **Expires after 24 hours**
* Must be used from the **same device** that triggered verification
* Is **cleared after successful verification**
* Can be **resent** while still valid

## Two Sign-In Methods

Warfront Nations supports two ways to access your account. Choose the one that fits how you manage your online security.

<Tabs>
  <Tab title="Email & Password">
    The standard sign-in method uses the email address and password you provided at registration.

    * Keep your password strong and unique (see the guidelines above).
    * Never share your password with anyone — Warfront Nations staff will never ask for it.
    * If you forget your password, use the **Forgot Password** flow (see below) to securely reset it.
    * Consider using a password manager to generate and store a strong password you don't have to memorise.
  </Tab>

  <Tab title="Google OAuth">
    You can sign in to Warfront Nations using your Google account instead of a separate password. When you do:

    * Warfront Nations receives your name, email address, and Google profile picture from Google. No other Google account data is accessed.
    * Your sign-in is secured by Google's own authentication systems — including any two-factor authentication (2FA) you have enabled on your Google account.
    * If you use Google's 2FA (such as an authenticator app or a hardware key), that protection automatically applies to your Warfront Nations login as well.

    Google OAuth is a great option if you want an extra layer of security without managing a separate password.
  </Tab>
</Tabs>

## Forgot Your Password?

If you can't remember your password, resetting it is straightforward:

<Steps>
  <Step title="Go to the forgot-password page">
    Visit [warfront-nations.com/forgot-password](https://warfront-nations.com/forgot-password) in your browser.
  </Step>

  <Step title="Enter your email address">
    Type in the email address associated with your Warfront Nations account and submit the form.
  </Step>

  <Step title="Check your inbox">
    Look for an email from Warfront Nations with a password reset link. Check your spam or junk folder if it doesn't arrive within a few minutes.
  </Step>

  <Step title="Set a new password">
    Click the link in the email and follow the on-screen instructions to choose a new, strong password. The link expires after a short time for security reasons, so use it promptly.
  </Step>
</Steps>

## If Your Account Is Compromised

If you suspect your account has been accessed without your permission — unusual activity, changed settings, unrecognised purchases, or messages you didn't send — act immediately:

1. **Contact support right away** at [info@warfront-nations.com](mailto:info@warfront-nations.com).
2. **Describe what you've noticed** — include details like when you first saw the problem, what changed, and any relevant context about your recent logins.
3. **The team will investigate** and work with you to secure your account and help you regain access as quickly as possible.

The sooner you report a compromise, the more the team can do to help. Don't wait and hope the problem resolves itself.

## Deleting Your Account

If you decide you no longer want to play Warfront Nations and want your data removed, you can request full account deletion:

**In-game self-service deletion** is available through an authenticated account deletion endpoint in your account settings. This is a **permanent deletion** path in the backend — not just a profile deactivation. All of your data — account, profile, game history, chat messages, and any associated information — is removed.

You can also request deletion by email:

1. Send an email to [info@warfront-nations.com](mailto:info@warfront-nations.com) requesting account deletion.
2. Include the username and email address associated with your account so support can identify it.
3. All of your data will be permanently and fully deleted.

There is no fine print, no grace period used to retain your data, and no hidden copies. Deletion means deletion.

<Warning>
  Do not share your account credentials with anyone — not friends, alliance members, or anyone claiming to be Warfront Nations staff. You are responsible for all activity that takes place under your account. Account sharing violates the Terms of Service and can result in your account being suspended or permanently banned.
</Warning>