tl;dr:Clerk Introduces Enhanced Authorization with has(), protect(), and <Protect> for tailored user permissions and security. Make Customizing Access a Breeze. Get Serious About Access Management!
tl;dr:This post emphasizes the importance of avatars in authentication, often overlooked in app development. It details how Clerk uses social sign-ins like Google and Facebook to ease avatar selection, offers beautiful default avatars, and integrates avatars into the sign-in flow to enhance user experience.
tl;dr:Colin explains the implementation of multifactor authentication (MFA) at Clerk. Clerk provides a self-serve flow for users to configure MFA, and developers can customize it with hooks. SMS OTP is optional due to security concerns, allowing users to disable it at both the application and user levels. Clerk ensures adherence to best practices for a robust MFA system.