Authentication & Security
⚡ Alternative to Auth0 / Clerk →
SuperTokens
Open-source alternative to Auth0 and Firebase Auth providing passwordless, social login, session management, and user roles.
Pricing Model
Free access; limits may apply
Free Tier AllowanceFree self-hosted community edition; Free cloud tier up to 5,000 MAU
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Self-Host in 60 Seconds (docker-compose.yml)
services:
supertokens:
image: registry.supertokens.io/supertokens/supertokens-postgresql:latest
container_name: supertokens
ports:
- "3567:3567"
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💬 Frequently Asked Questions (AI & Developer Summary)
What free access does SuperTokens offer? ▼
Free self-hosted community edition; Free cloud tier up to 5,000 MAU
What makes SuperTokens a free alternative to Auth0 / Clerk? ▼
SuperTokens provides core developer capabilities comparable to Auth0 / Clerk while prioritizing free access, open-source transparency, and avoiding proprietary subscription paywalls.
What are the authentication and access requirements for SuperTokens? ▼
See the official site for authentication and access requirements.