OAuth 2.0 Authentication

OAuth 2.0 is the industry-standard protocol for authorization. It allows ByteChef to obtain limited access to user accounts on an HTTP service, such as Google, GitHub, or Salesforce, without requiring your password.

How it Works

1. Authorization Request: When you create a new connection, ByteChef redirects you to the service provider (e.g., Google).
2. User Authorization: You log in to the service provider and grant ByteChef permission to access your data.
3. Authorization Grant: The service provider redirects you back to ByteChef with an authorization code.
4. Access Token: ByteChef exchanges the authorization code for an access token, which is used to make API calls on your behalf.

Setting Up OAuth 2.0 Connections

To set up an OAuth 2.0 connection in ByteChef:

1. Go to the Connections tab.
2. Click New Connection and select a service that uses OAuth 2.0.
3. Copy Client ID and Client Secret from the service provider's developer portal.
4. Click Next to continue setting up the connection.
5. Select scopes for the connection and click Connect.
6. You will be redirected to the service's login page.
7. Review the permissions requested and click Allow or Authorize.
8. Once redirected back to ByteChef, your connection is ready to use.

Security

ByteChef securely stores access tokens and refresh tokens. Credentials are encrypted at rest using AES-256 encryption, ensuring your data remains private and secure.

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