Overview

The nextjs-basic-auth-middleware is a powerful tool that integrates basic authentication into your Next.js projects effortlessly. Leveraging Next.js’s official middleware, this solution allows developers to easily secure their applications with user authentication. With multiple compatibility options, it caters to various Next.js versions, offering flexibility and ease of use for different project requirements.

Whether you are looking to create an additional layer of security or just want to experiment with middleware in Next.js, this middleware package simplifies the entire process. Its ability to override settings through environment variables also makes it adaptable for different deployment environments, ensuring that your authentication setup can be tailored to your specific needs.

Features

• Easy Installation: Quickly set up basic authentication by simply running a command for your package manager of choice.
• Multiple Compatibility Options: Supports various versions of Next.js, from 10.x to the latest, allowing broad usability across projects.
• Customizable Middleware: Utilize the createNextAuthMiddleware for authentication checks, giving you control over how requests are managed based on authentication success or failure.
• Environment Variable Support: Override credentials using the BASIC_AUTH_CREDENTIALS environment variable for secure configuration management.
• Flexible User Management: Define user credentials and messages through easy-to-configure options, including customizable failure messages.
• Robust Functionality: Includes the nextBasicAuthMiddleware for more extensive middleware functions while ensuring proper authentication.
• Structured User Object: Define user properties such as username and password easily within the middleware, streamlining user management.