Django Authentication: Decorators vs Permissions

What are the differences between authentication decorators and permissions in Django?

Authentication decorators are used to restrict access to views based on user authentication, while permissions provide more granular control over what authenticated users can do.

Can you give me an example of how to use a decorator for authentication?

Sure! You can use the @login_required decorator to ensure that only authenticated users can access a specific view.

How do permissions work in Django?

Permissions in Django allow you to define specific actions that users can perform, such as adding or editing objects, and can be checked in views or models.

When should I use decorators instead of permissions?

Use decorators for simple access control based on authentication, and permissions for more complex scenarios involving user roles and actions.