A refresh token is a string obtained from user authentication
Related terms
- user authentication
User authentication is a type of authentication that allows users with an ArcGIS account to sign into an application and allow it to access ArcGIS content, services, and resources on their behalf. The typical authorization protocol used is OAuth2.0. - access token
An access token is an authorization string that provides access to secure ArcGIS content, data, and services. Its capabilities are determined by the privileges it supports. It is obtained by implementing API key authentication, User authentication, or App authentication. - OAuth 2.0
OAuth 2.0 is an industry standard protocol for authorization. It defines how to obtain and manage credentials for web, desktop, and mobile applications. It is supported by ArcGIS.