OAuth 2.0 Authorization Flow
Understanding the standard OAuth 2.0 authentication flow
How It Works
The OAuth 2.0 authorization code flow provides a secure way to grant third-party applications access to your AI API without sharing credentials.
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User initiates login via client app
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Redirect to authorization server
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User grants permission
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Receive authorization code
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Exchange code for access token
Best Practices
Follow these security best practices when implementing authentication:
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Use short-lived access tokens
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Implement refresh token rotation
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Use PKCE for public clients
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Validate redirect URIs strictly
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Log authentication events