Kinde API

Authentication & Security

Modern developer authentication and authorization platform free for up to 7,500 Monthly Active Users

Kinde API Highlights

Kinde API is best for SaaS founders, full-stack engineers, and mobile developers needing flexible, generous authentication

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Authentication

OAuth 2.0 / OpenID Connect (Bearer tokens)

Rate Limit

Free tier: 7,500 Monthly Active Users; high enterprise concurrency limits

Sandbox Mode
✓ Available
Webhooks
Not verified yet
Supported Regions
NigeriaNigeriaGhanaGhanaKenyaKenya
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Kinde is a modern developer authentication, authorization, and user management platform. js, Flutter, and iOS, supporting passwordless passkeys, social logins (Google, Apple, GitHub), multi-tenant organization management, role-based access control (RBAC), and user feature flags.

In Nigeria, Kinde has emerged as a favorite alternative to Auth0 and Clerk for startups and indie makers due to its exceptionally generous free tier (7,500 MAUs) and instant support for modern passkey login flows.

Kinde API Core Features & Capabilities

FeatureStatusDescription & Capabilities
Social Logins (Google, Apple, GitHub)✓ SupportedProvides native Social Logins (Google, Apple, GitHub) capabilities integrated within the API.
Biometric Passkey Authentication✓ SupportedProvides native Biometric Passkey Authentication capabilities integrated within the API.
Multi-Tenant B2B Organization Portals✓ SupportedProvides native Multi-Tenant B2B Organization Portals capabilities integrated within the API.
Role-Based Access Control (RBAC)✓ SupportedProvides native Role-Based Access Control (RBAC) capabilities integrated within the API.
Feature Flag Management✓ SupportedProvides native Feature Flag Management capabilities integrated within the API.
MFA & Passwordless SMS/Email✓ SupportedDeliver high-priority SMS messages, alerts, and verification one-time passwords.
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API Pricing Model
  • Free tier supports up to 7,500 Monthly Active Users (MAUs) with unlimited social connections, enterprise single sign-on (SSO), and role-based permissions
  • Paid plans from $25/month for higher volume

Required Access Documents for Kinde API

  • Kinde AccountRequired
    Register at kinde.com to retrieve your Client ID and Domain

Different Kinde API use cases

  • B2B SaaS Multi-Tenant Portals:Enable corporate customers to invite team members and assign managerial permissions.
  • Mobile Passwordless Login:Allow mobile app users to authenticate securely with native biometric passkeys.
  • Feature Gating by Subscription:Conditionally toggle premium features using Kinde's integrated feature flag APIs.

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