AuthLab is an easy-to-use Authentication MicroService built with FastAPI and Redis. It helps you manage user authentication quickly and securely. With AuthLab, you can handle token-based authentication, making user experiences smooth and efficient.
To start using AuthLab, follow these simple steps to download and run the software on your machine.
- Visit the Releases page to find the latest version of AuthLab.
- Look for the appropriate file for your operating system (Windows, macOS, or Linux).
- Click on the file name to begin the download.
- Operating System: Windows 10, macOS 10.14 or later, Linux with kernel version 4.10 or higher.
- RAM: Minimum of 4 GB.
- Processor: Dual-core 2.0 GHz or higher.
- Storage: At least 100 MB of free space.
Once you have downloaded AuthLab, follow these steps to get it running:
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Locate the Downloaded File: Navigate to the folder where you saved the downloaded file.
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Extract the Files (if necessary): If you downloaded a zip file, right-click on it and select "Extract All". Follow the prompts to extract the files.
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Open the Command Line (Terminal):
- On Windows, search for "Command Prompt" in the Start menu.
- On macOS, open "Terminal" from Applications > Utilities.
- On Linux, you can usually press
Ctrl+Alt+Tto open a Terminal.
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Navigate to the Extracted Folder: Use the
cdcommand to change to the folder where you extracted AuthLab. For example:cd path/to/AuthLab -
Install Dependencies: Make sure you have Python installed on your machine. If you don't have it, you can download it from python.org.
To install the required libraries, run:
pip install -r requirements.txt -
Run the Application: You can start the application by entering:
python main.pyThis will launch the AuthLab service.
- Secure Authentication: Utilizes industry-standard methods to protect user data.
- Token-Based Access: Makes it easy for users to access services without repeatedly entering credentials.
- Rate Limiting: Controls the number of requests a user can make, preventing abuse.
- Easy Integration: Fits seamlessly into your existing applications.
After running AuthLab, it will be available at http://localhost:8000. You can use this URL to test authentication features.
AuthLab provides the following key API endpoints:
- Endpoint:
/register - Method:
POST - Description: Allows new users to create an account.
- Endpoint:
/login - Method:
POST - Description: Authenticates users and provides access tokens.
- Endpoint:
/refresh - Method:
POST - Description: Allows users to renew their access tokens.
For detailed API documentation and examples, please refer to the Wiki section.
AuthLab implements strong security practices, including password hashing and JWT for token management. Ensure that you follow best practices when handling user credentials.
If you run into any issues, you can open an issue on the GitHub Issues page.
Join the conversation or ask questions in our community discussions. You can connect with other users and developers who are using AuthLab.
Thank you for choosing AuthLab. We appreciate your interest and look forward to your feedback.
Don't forget to check our latest Releases page for updates and new features!