This blog will take you through connecting the SuperTokens core service with a MySQL or a PostgreSQL database with and without Docker. This is only applicable if you are self-hosting the SuperTokens core service. There are several methods for how you might want to run SuperTokens along with a database…

In this tutorial, you’ll learn how to add SuperTokens authentication to your React and NodeJS application and deploy it on Vercel. Getting started To get started with SuperTokens, please visit the Recipe Guides page and pick the login method you want for your application. …

Authentication is one of the core functions of applications on the internet today, one that many developers are familiar with. Yet, actually implementing authentication correctly requires understanding several standards and protocols. Two of the most important of these authentication standards are OAuth and JWT (JSON Web Tokens). Looking to make…

Most web applications today require users to register in order to use certain features or visit specific pages, but building a login form is one of the most tedious things to do. In this article, we will build a simple and elegant sign in the screen using React and Bootstrap…

Storing passwords can be a nuance due to the liability of them being compromised. To make matters worse, users tend to reuse passwords across services which make storing them securely even more important. The aim behind storing passwords securely is that even if the database containing them is compromised, the…

Depending on who you listen to, JWTs are either a panacea for all your authentication problems or should be avoided like the plague. We’re in two minds here at SuperTokens. What is a JWT token? A JWT, or JSON Web Token, is a string / token issued by the server that asserts properties contained in…

This tutorial walks you through integrating your frontend with social login APIs provided by SuperTokens. Note, that it’s only meant for users who are building their own frontend and are building a website. If you are using our pre built UI, these API integrations are already done for you. To…

JWTs or JSON Web Tokens are most commonly used to identify an authenticated user. They are issued by an authentication server and are consumed by the client-server (to secure its APIs). Looking for a breakdown for JSON Web Tokens (JWTs)? You’re in the right place. We will cover: What is…

Vendor lock-in refers to a situation where the cost of switching to a different vendor (or an in-house solution) is so high that the customer is essentially stuck with the original vendor (Source). The problem of vendor lock-in increases if: Integration with a service requires several touchpoints (deep integration), and…