Perfect for: Multi-role applications, admin panels, permission-based features, and enterprise security requirements.
Authentication vs Authorization
"Who are you?"
- Login with email/password
- Verify user identity
- Create secure session
- Handled by Better Auth
Key concept: Authentication gets you in the door. Authorization decides which rooms you can enter.
Authorization Topics
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Roles & Hierarchy
User roles from GUEST to SUPER_ADMIN with inheritance system
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Route Protection
Protect pages with withAuth HOC and middleware
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API Protection
Secure API routes with role and permission checks
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CASL Permissions
Fine-grained permissions with CASL integration
Complete security system! Your SaaS application has enterprise-grade authorization protecting every resource based on user roles and permissions.