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better-auth

Integrates Better Auth with Convex for Next.js apps, including sign-inout, route protection, and sessions.

Updated Jan 29, 2026
Search Tags:#security#authentication#better-auth#nextjs#session-management#convex
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npx skills add https://github.com/cfardev/kanban-hub --skill better-auth-cfardev
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Please help me install this Agent Skill.
Skill: better-auth
Source: https://github.com/cfardev/kanban-hub/tree/main/.agents/skills/better-auth
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/cfardev/kanban-hub --skill better-auth-cfardev

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

What problem does it solve?

Guides developers in integrating Better Auth with Convex to handle authentication, route protection, and user sessions in Next.js-based Convex apps.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • Provides a complete integration pattern for authentication, including setup, client/server usage, and session handling with Convex.
  • Demonstrates how to secure routes, implement sign-in/out flows, and manage tokens across server and client boundaries.
  • Includes best practices for configuring environment variables and deploying the auth component within Convex.

Quick Start

Install Better Auth and configure Convex integration as described, then run your app to verify sign-in flows and protected routes.

Frequently Asked Questions about better-auth

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

FAQPage Schema
How do I set up authentication in a Next.js and Convex app?▼

Authentication setup in Next.js and Convex involves installing Better Auth, configuring environment variables, defining HTTP routes, and integrating client and server components to manage secure user sign-in and sign-out flows.

How do I manage user sessions across client and server boundaries in Convex?▼

Managing user sessions across client and server boundaries in Convex requires implementing token handling and session management patterns that securely maintain authentication state on both sides.

What is the best way to protect routes in a Next.js application using Convex?▼

Protecting routes in a Next.js application using Convex involves applying an authentication workflow that verifies user sessions and access tokens before granting entry to protected pages.

Can I use Better Auth to handle login flows and environment configuration in Convex?▼

Yes, Better Auth handles login flows in Convex by providing best practices for configuring environment variables and deploying the authentication component within your application architecture.

Does Better Auth work with Next.js and Convex for securing server-side routes?▼

Yes, Better Auth works with Next.js and Convex to secure server-side routes by providing integration patterns that validate sessions and manage tokens across the server and client boundary.

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