two-factor-authentication-best-practices

Configure and manage two-factor authentication with Better Auth's twoFactor plugin.

21|1|Updated Jan 6, 2025
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Skill: two-factor-authentication-best-practices
Source: https://github.com/ever-works/ever-works/tree/main/.agents/skills/two-factor-authentication-best-practices
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/ever-works/ever-works --skill two-factor-authentication-best-practices-ever-works

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

💡 This Skill requires better-auth, and includes scripts (resource) and references (resource) and assets (resource) components.

What problem does it solve?

This Skill unit provides a comprehensive guide to setting up and managing two-factor authentication (2FA) using Better Auth's twoFactor plugin, ensuring secure login for users.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • TOTP Setup: Configure Time-based One-Time Password (TOTP) authenticator apps.
  • OTP via Email/SMS: Send OTP codes to users' email or SMS for additional security.
  • Backup Codes Management: Generate and manage backup codes for secure account recovery.
  • Trusted Devices: Handle trusted devices for seamless sign-in experience.
  • 2FA Sign-In Flows: Implement secure 2FA sign-in flows for improved security.
  • Use Case: A developer or system administrator can use this Skill to ensure that their application provides robust security through MFA, reducing the risk of unauthorized access.

Quick Start

Use the two-factor-authentication-best-practices skill to set up TOTP authentication for your users by following the instructions in the provided SKILL.md file.

Frequently Asked Questions about two-factor-authentication-best-practices

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

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How do I implement two-factor authentication using Better Auth?▼

To set up TOTP authentication for users, configure the Better Auth twoFactor plugin by following the provided instructions for server-side and client-side setup, enabling Time-based One-Time Password authenticator apps.

What is the best way to manage backup codes for MFA in a web application?▼

The best way to manage MFA backup codes is using Better Auth's twoFactor plugin, which provides built-in functionality to generate and manage backup codes for secure account recovery when users lose access to their primary authenticator.

Does Better Auth support sending OTP codes via email and SMS?▼

Yes, Better Auth supports sending OTP codes via email and SMS through its twoFactor plugin, allowing you to deliver one-time passwords to users' devices for additional verification during the sign-in process.

Can I configure trusted devices to streamline the 2FA sign-in flow?▼

Yes, you can configure trusted devices using Better Auth's twoFactor plugin to handle trusted device management, providing users with a seamless sign-in experience without requiring repeated two-factor authentication prompts on recognized devices.

Do I need the Better Auth library installed to set up TOTP authenticators?▼

Yes, you need the Better Auth library installed as a dependency, along with related server-side setup, to configure and manage Time-based One-Time Password (TOTP) authenticators and implement robust 2FA flows.