What are Django authentication backends?

What are Django authentication backends?

Django authentication backends are classes that handle the authentication process in Django applications. They define how users are authenticated and can be customized to support various authentication methods.

Can you explain how to create a custom authentication backend?

To create a custom authentication backend in Django, you need to subclass django.contrib.auth.backends.BaseBackend and implement the authenticate method. This method should return a user object if authentication is successful or None otherwise.

What are some common use cases for custom authentication backends?

Common use cases include integrating with third-party authentication services, implementing multi-factor authentication, or supporting different user models.

How do I configure my custom backend in Django settings?

You can configure your custom authentication backend by adding its path to the AUTHENTICATION_BACKENDS list in your Django settings file.