pocket-id
The most user-friendly OpenID Connect Certified™ and OAuth 2.0 provider that lets users sign in to your applications with passkeys.
What is it?
What it is
Pocket ID is a simple OIDC provider that allows users to authenticate with their passkeys to your services.
Why it exists
An easy-to-use OAuth 2.0 and OpenID Connect provider that lets users sign in to your services with their passkeys.
Who should use it
Teams building with Go who want an open-source, self-hosted option.
Who should avoid it
Teams that need a fully managed SaaS with enterprise SLAs out of the box.
How it works
A quick walkthrough in plain English
How pocket-id works
Step 1 of 3
You interact with it
Open pocket-id, send a request, or connect it to your stack.
Features
Advantages
- Open source (BSD-2-Clause)
- Active Go ecosystem
- Self-hosted deployment options
Disadvantages
- Requires operational ownership for self-hosted setups
- Community support varies by project maturity
Installation
native
git clone <repo-url> cd <repo> # See README for language-specific setup
FAQ
What is pocket-id?
pocket-id is an open-source project licensed under BSD-2-Clause.
What language is pocket-id built with?
Primary language: Go.
Is it free to use?
Yes. Licensed under BSD-2-Clause. Check the license for commercial use.
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