🚀 Feature: Add Google Login using Firebase Authentication #154
Description
🔖 Feature description
Currently, the website’s authentication supports only email login. I’d like to request the addition of Google Login using Firebase Authentication. This will allow users to sign in easily and securely with their Google accounts, in addition to the existing email login.
Why is this feature important?
- Enhances user convenience; many prefer Google sign-in and it reduces password fatigue.
- Allows for quicker onboarding as users don’t need to create a new password.
- Increases security and trust by leveraging Google’s authentication protocols.
Here’s the theory behind each suggested implementation step for adding Google Login with Firebase Authentication:
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Enable Google as a Provider in Firebase Authentication
In your Firebase project’s Authentication section, Google must first be set as an allowed sign-in method. This authorizes your app to use Google accounts for user authentication through Firebase, letting Firebase handle much of the security and OAuth process. -
Integrate Firebase JavaScript SDK in Your Project
Adding the Firebase SDK means your website can communicate with Firebase services, including Authentication. It provides pre-built methods and classes to manage user sign-in, sessions, and authentication states securely. -
Add a “Sign in with Google” Button on the Login Page
This gives users a clear, easy way to initiate Google authentication, improving user experience and making it obvious that Google sign-in is supported. -
Initiate Google Sign-in on Button Click
When users click the button, the app initiates the Google sign-in flow via Firebase Authentication. The SDK handles opening the Google consent window, obtaining the user’s Google credentials (securely), and authenticating the user with your app. -
Handle Authentication State and Multiple Login Methods
Once a user is signed in, you need to manage their authentication state—storing and recognizing whether they’re logged in via email/password or Google. This ensures users can choose their preferred login method each time and session security is maintained. -
Optionally: Merge Accounts for Duplicate Emails
Sometimes, users sign up with both email/password and Google using the same email. Optionally, your backend can merge these accounts, so users have a single profile regardless of sign-in method, providing a seamless account experience.
I have experience in integrating Google Login using Firebase Authentication on https://safevoiceforwomen.netlify.app/. This background enables me to efficiently and securely implement this feature and handle any challenges that may arise.
Please assign this to me! I would like to work on implementing this feature as part of my GSSoC’25 contributions.
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