Authentication

IBM® SPSS® Statistics supports multiple authentication methods when logging in with your IBMid.

Authentication Methods

When you log in to IBM SPSS Statistics with your IBMid, you have three authentication options:
  • Passkey: Passwordless authentication using biometrics or device PIN (Recommended)
  • Email: Traditional password-based authentication with your email
  • IBM Verify or other authenticator apps: Multi-factor authentication using the IBM Verify app or other authentication apps on your device.

See IBMid documentation for more information.

Using Passkey Authentication (Recommended)
Passkey provides the most secure and convenient way to authenticate without remembering passwords.
Passkey is a modern, passwordless authentication method that uses the following authentication methods:
  • Biometric verification (fingerprint, face recognition)
  • Device PIN (Windows Hello PIN, macOS password)
  • Hardware security keys
Your device must be registered as a trusted passkey device with your IBMid. Windows Hello, Touch ID, or equivalent biometric authentication must be enabled on your device. See the following step-by-step instructions for using Passkey authentication for a secure, passwordless login experience.
  1. On the Single Sign-On (SSO) page, the security prompt in your operating system appears:
    • Windows: Windows Security prompt
    • macOS: Touch ID or password prompt
    • Linux: System authentication dialog
  2. Verify your identity by using one of the following methods:
    • Enter your device PIN
    • Use biometric authentication (fingerprint or face recognition)
    • Use a hardware security key
  3. Once verified, the authentication process completes automatically and the browser displays that the authentication is complete. It prompts you to open IBM SPSS Statistics.
  4. Click Open IBM SPSS Statistics.
The application launches successfully with your authenticated session
Alternative Authentication Methods

Email

This is a traditional password-based authentication method.
  1. On the SSO page, enter your IBMid credentials. Then enter the verification code received on your email.
  2. Click Sign In.

IBM Verify

This is a multi-factor authentication method using the IBM Verify mobile app:
  1. Select IBM Verify on the SSO page.
  2. Open the IBM Verify app on your mobile device.
  3. Approve the authentication request.
Security Best Practices
  • Keep Your Device Secure: Use a strong PIN or password for device authentication
  • Register Multiple Devices: Register backup devices for passkey authentication
  • Regular Updates: Keep SPSS Statistics and your operating system updated
  • Secure Network: Use secure, trusted networks when authenticating
  • Log Out: Always log out from your account if you use shared or public computers