Auth0 Social Login Not Working
Quick answer
Social login often breaks because Auth0 development keys are still in use. They are for testing only; replace them with your own Client ID and Client Secret from the provider.
Most likely fix: Replace development keys with your own
How to fix it
Try these in order — the most common fix is first.
1. Replace development keys with your own
- Follow the steps for your provider to get your own Client ID and Client Secret
- Enter them in the social connection settings in the Dashboard
Did this fix it?2. Check the provider callback
- Verify the identity provider has the correct callback URL for Auth0
Did this fix it?
Symptoms
Google/Facebook/GitHub login shows an error, an unverified-app screen, or no email is returned.
Why it happens
- Auth0 development keys used in production ("meant strictly for testing")
- Development keys combined with custom domains, SSO, MFA or federated logout (not supported)
- Identity provider has the wrong callback URL for Auth0
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