Best Open-Source Authentication Tools in 2026

A curated list of the best, top, and most popular open-source authentication tools available right now. Showing the top 12 of 12 authentication tools in our directory, ranked by GitHub stars.

Frequently asked questions

What is the best open-source authentication tool in 2026?

Appwrite is the most popular by GitHub stars right now. Appwrite is an open-source backend server for Web, Mobile, and Flutter developers. It provides a set of easy-to-use REST APIs for managing authentication, databases, storage, and more.

Are these authentication tools free?

Yes. Every tool on this list is open source and free to use in your own projects. Many can be self-hosted.

How is this list ranked?

Tools are ranked by GitHub star count, a strong proxy for community adoption and active maintenance. Star counts are refreshed regularly.

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