OAuth Providers
OAuth Providers are third-party services that implement the OAuth 2.0 or OAuth 1.0a protocols to enable secure, delegated authorization for applications. They allow users to grant limited access to their resources (e.g., profiles, data) on platforms like Google, Facebook, or GitHub without sharing passwords. This facilitates features such as single sign-on (SSO), social login, and API access in web and mobile apps.
Developers should use OAuth Providers when building applications that require user authentication or need to access external APIs securely, such as social media integrations, cloud services, or enterprise systems. It simplifies user management by offloading authentication to trusted providers, enhances security by eliminating password storage, and improves user experience with seamless login flows. Common use cases include e-commerce sites with social login, productivity apps integrating with Google Drive, or mobile apps using Facebook for user profiles.