| Website | hanko.io |
| Category | Authentication / Identity |
| License | AGPL (open source) |
| Pricing | Free (self-hosted), Cloud from $29/mo |
Overview
Hanko is an open-source authentication platform for passkeys and passwordless login. Drop-in web components, user management, OAuth. Auth0/Clerk alternative.
Pros
- Passkey-first authentication
- Drop-in web components
- Open source (AGPL)
- Self-hosted option
- Built-in user management
- OAuth/social login support
Cons
- AGPL license limits commercial use
- Smaller community than Auth0/Clerk
- Passkey support varies by browser/device
- Complex self-hosting setup
- Limited enterprise features
Verdict
Hanko is the best open-source option for teams adopting passkeys. The drop-in web components handle the complexity of WebAuthn, and the passkey-first approach means you get the strongest authentication method by default rather than as an afterthought.
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