What are the differences between routing guards and middleware in Vue 3?

What are the differences between routing guards and middleware in Vue 3?

In Vue 3, routing guards are specific functions that control access to routes, while middleware can be used for broader tasks like authentication or logging.

Can you give me an example of how to implement a routing guard?

Sure! You can define a global guard using router.beforeEach((to, from, next) => { ... }) to check user authentication before navigating.

How does middleware fit into this? Is it similar?

Middleware is more general and can be applied to multiple routes or even globally, handling tasks like logging or modifying requests.

Which one should I use for user authentication?

For user authentication, routing guards are typically preferred as they directly control access to specific routes based on user state.