I'm creating a control panel and am currently developing the user authentication system. Is using php sessions the most secure method of doing this? I know I can't use SSL encryption or any of those fancy things because not only does it cost more money, but I'm going to use a free host. Any other suggestions or comments are appreciated. Thanks!

if you are using a free host then sessions are the safest of doing thing. If the site is important and have some important information then don't you think it is worth the money to upgrade your host and get better ways of protection.

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