authlib
A comprehensive Python library for building OAuth and OpenID Connect clients and servers, with built-in JOSE support.
What is authlib?
Authlib is a comprehensive Python library for implementing OAuth and OpenID Connect protocols. It provides the necessary components to build both clients that authenticate with external services and servers that act as identity providers. The library includes full support for the JOSE suite (JWS, JWE, JWK, JWA, JWT) for secure token creation and validation.
Python developers building web applications or APIs that require OAuth/OpenID Connect authentication, either as a client integrating with third-party services or as a server providing authentication services.
Developers choose Authlib for its spec-compliant, framework-agnostic core, extensive RFC support, and seamless integrations with popular Python web frameworks and HTTP clients, reducing the complexity of implementing secure authentication.
Overview
The ultimate Python library in building OAuth, OpenID Connect clients and servers. JWS, JWE, JWK, JWA, JWT included.
Use Cases
Best For
- Adding OAuth client functionality to a Python web application
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