How do I use refresh tokens with Django OAuth Toolkit?

How do I use refresh tokens with Django OAuth Toolkit?

To use refresh tokens with Django OAuth Toolkit, you need to ensure that your OAuth2 application is configured to issue refresh tokens. You can do this by setting the refresh_token grant type in your application settings.

What are the benefits of using refresh tokens?

Refresh tokens allow your application to obtain new access tokens without requiring the user to re-authenticate, enhancing user experience and security.

Can you show me a code example for implementing refresh tokens?

Sure! Here's a basic example:

from oauth2_provider.models import AccessToken, RefreshToken

# When issuing a token
refresh_token = RefreshToken.objects.create(user=user, application=app)

# To refresh the token
new_access_token = AccessToken.objects.create(user=user, application=app)

Are there any security concerns I should be aware of?

Yes, you should store refresh tokens securely and implement proper expiration and revocation mechanisms to prevent unauthorized access.