OAuth

What is OAuth?

OAuth (Open Authorization) is an open standard protocol for secure authorization of applications and services. It allows users to grant an application access to their data in another service without having to change their Login data to be disclosed. For example, an app can use OAuth to access a Google account without knowing the Google password.

Advantages and areas of application

OAuth offers a secure and user-friendly Possibility to connect applications with each other. It is often used in Social media integrations, e-commerce platforms and cloud services used. The advantages include improved securityas sensitive data remains protected, and the ability to use third-party applications easy to integrate. Services such as Google, Facebook and Twitter use OAuth to enable seamless connections between platforms.