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Introduction
2 mins

Next.js is a popular React framework that enables developers to build fast, scalable web applications with Server-Side Rendering(SSR) and Static Site Generation(SSG). It allows for more efficient routing, performance optimization, and simplified deployment. By using reusable components and the built-in API routes, Next.js simplify the process of creating dynamic, user-driven web apps.

Implementing user login in your Next.js app is essential for managing access, personalizing user experiences, and securing the application. It helps improve user interaction, protects user data, boosts engagement, and ensures compliance with industry regulations.

Learning objectives

This guide will walk you through everything you need to know about securing Next.js apps, including implementing user login in your Next.js app, integrating it with an Identity Provider (IdP) to make the login process simple and secure, and general guidelines to protect your end users. It also covers how to make secure API calls to an OAuth2-protected API within your Next.js app.

In this guide, you will:

  • Register an application in Asgardeo
  • Create a Next.js app
  • Install Asgardeo provider for Auth.js
  • Add login and logout to your app
  • Display logged in user detail
  • Securing routes within the app
  • Accessing protected API from your Next.js app
  • Managing tokens in your Next.js app

Tip

This guide takes approximately 60 minutes to complete and covers everything required to add user login and secure your Next.js apps. If you’re looking for a shorter guide, try the Next.js Quick Start guide, which takes around 15 minutes to complete.