Better Auth is a modern authentication framework built specifically for TypeScript applications, offering a robust set of features for implementing secure authentication in web applications.
Key Features
- Email & Password Authentication: Built-in support for traditional authentication with session management
- Social Sign-on: Integration with multiple OAuth providers (GitHub, Google, Discord, Twitter)
- Two-Factor Authentication: Easy implementation of 2FA security
- Multi-tenant Support: Organization management with teams and invitation systems
- Framework Agnostic: Compatible with popular frameworks including:
- React, Vue, Svelte, Astro, Solid
- Next.js, Nuxt, Tanstack Start
- Hono and more
Technical Implementation
export const auth = betterAuth({
database: new Pool({
connectionString: DATABASE_URL,
}),
emailAndPassword: {
enabled: true,
},
plugins: [
organization(),
twoFactor(),
]
})The framework emphasizes developer experience with simple setup while providing enterprise-grade authentication features. It's particularly well-suited for applications requiring robust authentication with scalability in mind.
