Stage:
General Availability
Available on self-hosted:
Yes
Supabase's Social Login feature enables users to authenticate using their existing accounts from popular social platforms and services, providing a streamlined, password-free access to your application.
Key features
- Multiple provider support: Integrate with various platforms like Google, Facebook, Twitter, and more.
- OAuth standard: Implement secure authentication using the open OAuth standard.
- Provider tokens: Access provider tokens for additional API calls to the OAuth provider.
- Customizable setup: Configure each social provider according to your needs.
- User data access: Retrieve additional user information (with permission) from social providers.
Benefits:
- Simplified onboarding: Reduce friction in the signup process, potentially increasing conversion rates.
- Improved user experience: Offer quick, familiar login options to users.
- Enhanced security: Leverage the robust security measures of established platforms.
- Rich user profiles: Access additional user data to personalize experiences.
Social login is valuable for:
- Mobile apps seeking to minimize user input
- E-commerce platforms aiming to reduce cart abandonment
- Content platforms looking to personalize user experiences
- Community-driven websites fostering user engagement
- B2B applications integrating with professional networks
Supabase's Social Login feature allows you to improve user experience and potentially increase signup rates while maintaining security and control over user authentication.