Akun

Akun is a term commonly used in Indonesian and Malay to refer to a user account—an entity that represents a person or unit within a system and grants access to services, resources, or data. The word is a loanword from the English "account" and is used across digital, financial, and organizational contexts.

In everyday use, an akun comprises an identifier (such as a username or email address) and authentication credentials (typically a password), along with profile information and permissions. Depending on the system, an akun may support additional security features such as two-factor authentication, recovery options, and activity logs.

Common types include user accounts for individuals, service or application accounts for automated processes, administrator accounts with elevated privileges, and guest or temporary accounts. In banking and finance, an akun can refer to a financial account (checking, savings) tracked by institutions, often subject to regulatory requirements and know-your-customer rules.

Creation, management, and deletion: Users register an akun by providing information and verifying ownership, after which they can customize settings, manage contacts, and grant permissions. Accounts can be suspended, deactivated, or terminated by the user or by the service provider, with data retention policies varying by service.

Security and best practices: Protect akun with strong, unique passwords and multi-factor authentication; beware phishing and credential stuffing; regularly review app permissions and login activity; enable account recovery options.

Privacy and governance: Accounts store personal data, preferences, and activity history; organizations implement access controls, audit trails, and data-protection measures to comply with applicable laws and regulations.