- What is ssofy/laravel-server used for?
- It is a Laravel package for running a single sign-on identity provider. It provides server-side endpoints and configuration so a Laravel application can centralize authentication and issue and validate tokens for connected client applications.
- How do I install ssofy/laravel-server?
- Install it with Composer using composer require ssofy/laravel-server. Then follow the repository README for any required configuration publishing, environment variables, and endpoint setup. Confirm the package's Laravel and PHP version constraints before adding it to an existing application.
- Does this package turn a Laravel app into an SSO identity provider?
- Yes. The package is designed for running a single sign-on identity provider inside a Laravel application. It supplies the server-side endpoints and configuration needed to centralize authentication and serve connected client applications.
- How are tokens issued and validated for client applications?
- The package provides the server-side endpoints and configuration needed to issue and validate tokens for connected clients. The exact token format, signing configuration, and endpoint behavior are defined by the package and should be taken from its README and configuration files. Client applications must be registered and configured to use those endpoints.
- Which Laravel versions does ssofy/laravel-server support?
- The supported Laravel and PHP versions are defined in the package's composer.json constraints and release notes. Check those constraints and the README before installing, especially if you are on an older or newly released Laravel version. Do not assume compatibility with every Laravel release.
- How do I configure client applications that connect to the SSO server?
- Client applications are configured through the package's server-side configuration and registration process. You will typically need to define each client and supply the credentials or identifiers required by the package's token endpoints. Refer to the README for the exact configuration keys and expected client setup.
- Is ssofy/laravel-server suitable for production use?
- It is intended for server-side SSO use, so production deployments should follow normal Laravel security practices. Use HTTPS, protect signing keys and client secrets, restrict access to SSO endpoints, and monitor authentication and token activity. Test the full flow in staging and review the package's security and configuration guidance before going live.
- How can I test SSO authentication flows locally?
- Run the Laravel application locally or in a staging environment and configure a test client application against its SSO endpoints. Exercise login, token issuance, and token validation paths with HTTP tests or a real client. Check the README for any package-specific testing helpers or required environment settings.
- What are alternatives to ssofy/laravel-server for SSO in Laravel?
- Alternatives depend on whether you need a full identity provider or only OAuth2 or API tokens. Laravel Passport provides OAuth2 server capabilities, while Laravel Sanctum is aimed at API token authentication rather than a complete SSO identity provider. You can also integrate an external identity provider such as Keycloak or a hosted service, or use Socialite for client-side social login.
- How is ssofy/laravel-server maintained and where do I report issues?
- Maintenance status, releases, and issue tracking are available on the GitHub repository at github.com/ssofy/laravel-server. Review recent commits, tagged releases, and open issues before adopting it. Report bugs or feature requests through the repository's issue tracker and pin a tested Composer version in production.