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SuperTokens

Open-source authentication with self-hosting

open sourceupdated Aug 16, 2026

SuperTokens is an open-source authentication solution with 14K+ GitHub stars providing email/password, passwordless, social login, MFA, session management, and user management. Designed for self-hosting with Docker — full control over user data with no vendor lock-in. Pre-built UI components for React, Vue, and vanilla JS. Backend SDKs for Node.js, Python, and Go. Managed cloud option also available. Emphasizes security with rotating refresh tokens and anti-CSRF protection by default.

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SuperTokens provides open-source authentication focused on self-hosting and data ownership. 14K+ GitHub stars. Docker-based deployment gives teams full control over their auth infrastructure and user data.

Supports email/password, passwordless (magic links, OTP), social OAuth (Google, GitHub, Apple, etc.), multi-factor authentication, and session management with secure rotating refresh tokens.

Pre-built UI components for React, Vue, Angular, and vanilla JS handle login flows. Backend SDKs for Node.js, Python, and Go integrate with any server framework. User management dashboard included.

Self-hosted with Docker or SuperTokens managed cloud. Free tier for both deployment options. Anti-CSRF protection, token rotation, and security best practices enabled by default.

Pricing

Free open-source / Managed cloud free tier / Paid from $100/mo

Platforms

Self-hosted, Docker, Node.js, Python, Go

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FAQ

What is SuperTokens?

SuperTokens is an open-source authentication solution with 14K+ GitHub stars providing email/password, passwordless, social login, MFA, session management, and user management. Designed for self-hosting with Docker — full control over user data with no vendor lock-in. Pre-built UI components for React, Vue, and vanilla JS. Backend SDKs for Node.js, Python, and Go. Managed cloud option also available. Emphasizes security with rotating refresh tokens and anti-CSRF protection by default.

Is SuperTokens free?

Yes — SuperTokens is open source and free to use. Free open-source / Managed cloud free tier / Paid from $100/mo

Is SuperTokens open source?

Yes — SuperTokens is open source.

What are the best SuperTokens alternatives?

The top editor-verified SuperTokens alternatives are Logto, Casdoor.

How does SuperTokens score in our review?

Our hands-on review scores SuperTokens 85/100 overall, based on speed, privacy, and developer-experience testing.