better-auth-best-practices

Integrate Better Auth TypeScript authentication with email/password, OAuth, magic links, passkeys, and plugins.

Updated Feb 20, 2026
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SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

What problem does it solve?

Better Auth provides a comprehensive, TypeScript-first authentication framework that reduces boilerplate and security risks when building login and user management flows.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • Framework-agnostic authentication with support for email/password, OAuth, magic links, passkeys, and plugins.
  • Declarative configuration of adapters, sessions, plugins, and security policies for scalable auth.
  • Use cases include building login flows, protecting APIs, and implementing multi-factor authentication across web apps.

Quick Start

Install Better Auth and configure a basic sign-up and sign-in flow in your TypeScript project.

Frequently Asked Questions about better-auth-best-practices

High-intent search queries and answers about installing and using this skill.

FAQPage Schema
How do I add authentication to a TypeScript application using Better Auth?

You can add authentication to a TypeScript application by installing Better Auth and declaring your configuration for sign-up and sign-in flows. This framework-agnostic approach reduces boilerplate while securing user management.

Does Better Auth support passwordless login methods like magic links and passkeys?

Yes, Better Auth supports passwordless login methods including magic links and passkeys. It also handles email/password and OAuth, allowing you to declaratively configure these flows for scalable web app authentication.

Can I use Better Auth with my existing ORM and deployment scenario?

Yes, Better Auth provides adapters for common ORMs and various deployment scenarios. You can declaratively configure these adapters to ensure your authentication system scales securely across your specific environment.

What is the best way to extend authentication functionality with plugins in TypeScript?

The best way to extend authentication functionality is by using Better Auth's plugin-based extensions. This allows you to implement advanced features like multi-factor authentication and custom hooks while maintaining a secure configuration.

How does Better Auth handle session management and security policies?

Better Auth handles session management and security policies through declarative configuration. You define core configurations, hooks, and plugins to ensure scalable and secure authentication across protected APIs and web applications.