better-auth-best-practices

Guide Better Auth TypeScript authentication framework integration with environment variables and database adapters.

Updated Feb 13, 2026
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SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

What problem does it solve?

This Skill simplifies the integration of Better Auth, a comprehensive TypeScript authentication framework, into your applications.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • Flexible Authentication: Supports email/password, OAuth, magic links, and passkeys.
  • Customizable Configuration: Easily configure database adapters, session management, and user fields.
  • Use Case: Securely add social login (e.g., Google, GitHub) and email/password authentication to your new web application with minimal boilerplate code.

Quick Start

Configure Better Auth by setting the BETTER_AUTH_SECRET and BETTER_AUTH_URL environment variables.

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 set up TypeScript authentication with OAuth and email password?

To set up TypeScript authentication, you configure environment variables like BETTER_AUTH_SECRET, database adapters, and session management. This framework supports OAuth, email/password, magic links, and passkeys for secure web application access.

Can I use custom database adapters for session management in TypeScript auth?

Yes, custom database adapters are supported for session management in TypeScript authentication. You can easily configure database adapters, user fields, and account settings to flexibly manage how sessions and user data are stored.

What environment variables do I need to configure for Better Auth?

You need to configure the BETTER_AUTH_SECRET and BETTER_AUTH_URL environment variables. These settings establish the foundational security and routing context required for the authentication framework to process requests correctly.

Does this TypeScript authentication framework support passkeys and magic links?

Yes, the TypeScript authentication framework supports passkeys and magic links. It provides flexible authentication options including social login via OAuth, traditional email/password, and passwordless email flows.

How do I add social login like Google or GitHub to my web application?

You add social login by configuring OAuth providers within the TypeScript authentication framework. This approach allows you to securely integrate Google, GitHub, and other social logins with minimal boilerplate code.

Are there limitations when configuring hooks and plugins for authentication?

The framework allows extensive configuration of hooks and plugins to customize authentication behavior. While highly flexible for web applications, you must ensure your database adapters and environment variables are correctly configured to avoid integration issues.