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Overview

OAuth is a protocol that allows third-party applications to access user data without exposing credentials, using secure authorization flows like the Authorization Code Flow. It enables users to grant limited, scoped access to specific data and revoke permissions directly from dashboards. The protocol is maintained through open standards and implemented via libraries and SDKs across platforms including Cloudflare, AWS, and RevenueCat. Developers use it to build integrations with services like Google and GitHub, ensuring secure and user-controlled access. A practical guide from Clerk explains how scoped access works with real code examples and security best practices. PyPI has added an 'oauth-mocks' library for development and testing, supporting local OAuth provider mocks for Google and GitHub.