What is Authentication?

Authentication is the process of verifying a user's identity to grant access to resources. It ensures that only authorized entities can interact with your system.

Common Methods

  • OAuth 2.0 🔄
    A protocol for delegated access, widely used for third-party authentication.

    OAuth_2.0

  • API Key 🔑
    A simple token-based method for server-to-server authentication.

    API_Key

  • JWT Token 🧾
    JSON Web Token provides stateless authentication via encrypted payload.

    JWT_Token

Authentication Workflow

  1. Register 📝
    Create an account or obtain credentials from the User Management system.
  2. Request Token 🔄
    Use client ID and secret to fetch an access token via /api/auth/token.
  3. Validate ✅
    Verify token integrity using cryptographic signatures.

Security Best Practices

  • Always use HTTPS 🔒 to encrypt data in transit
  • Rotate API keys periodically to mitigate risks
  • Store secrets securely with environment variables 📁
    Security_Best_Practices

For more details on authorization mechanisms, see Authorization Guide.