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React Native Oauth

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Updated: 29 Jul 2018
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A react-native wrapper for social authentication login for both Android and iOS

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React native Firebase

Overview

The react-native-oauth library simplifies the integration of OAuth 1.0 and OAuth 2.0 protocols for React Native apps, providing support for popular providers such as Twitter, Facebook, Google, Github, and Slack. It streamlines the process of authentication, making it quick and straightforward for developers to implement OAuth functionality in their applications.

Features

  • Simplified OAuth Experience: Offers a straightforward interface with a few simple methods to handle OAuth protocols.
  • Token Storage: Automatically stores tokens for future retrieval, reducing the need for manual handling.
  • Multiple Provider Support: Works with various OAuth providers and allows for easy addition of new providers.
  • Cross-Platform Compatibility: Compatible with both Android and iOS platforms.
  • Easy API Calls: Simplifies the process of calling API methods within the app.
  • Integration with Firestack: Seamlessly integrates with Firestack for enhanced functionality, but can also be used independently.

Installation

To install react-native-oauth, follow these steps:

  1. Install the library using npm.
  2. Make necessary setup changes for iOS, including linking the RCTLinkingManager project, updating the AppDelegate.h file, adding KeychainSharing in your app, and linking the react-native-oauth project with your application using react-native link.
  3. Register a URL type for your application.

For iOS setup details:

  • Link the RCTLinkingManager project.
  • Update your AppDelegate.h file.
  • Add KeychainSharing in your app.
  • Link the react-native-oauth project with your application using react-native link.
  • Register a URL type for your application.

For automatic linking using rnpm:

  1. Install rnpm and cocoapods.
  2. Run the linking command after linking this library.
  3. Open the created .xcworkspace in the ios/ directory in Xcode.

For handling app loading from a URL and deep linking:

  • Ensure proper handling of loading from a URL to manage authentication with external providers.

Summary

The react-native-oauth library simplifies OAuth integration in React Native apps by offering a user-friendly API, token management, support for various providers, and cross-platform compatibility. The installation process involves setting up the library and making necessary adjustments for iOS applications to enable seamless authentication workflows. By following the provided installation guide, developers can quickly incorporate OAuth functionality into their React Native projects, streamlining the authentication process and enhancing user experience.