How can I implement JWT authentication in a Svelte app?

How can I implement JWT authentication in a Svelte app?

To implement JWT authentication in a Svelte app, you can follow these steps: 1. Set up a backend server to issue JWTs. 2. Create a login form in your Svelte app. 3. On form submission, send the credentials to the backend. 4. Store the received JWT in local storage or a cookie. 5. Use the JWT for authenticated requests.

What libraries should I use for handling JWT in Svelte?

You can use libraries like jsonwebtoken for decoding and verifying JWTs, and axios for making HTTP requests to your backend.

How do I protect routes in my Svelte app?

To protect routes, you can create a store to manage authentication state and check for a valid JWT before allowing access to certain components.

Can I refresh the JWT automatically?

Yes, you can implement a refresh token mechanism where the client requests a new JWT using a refresh token before the old one expires.