Definition and Basics
Articles about definition and basics from the Skycloak team.
Token Introspection vs Local JWT Validation in Keycloak
Keycloak token introspection vs local JWT validation: how each works, the latency and revocation trade-offs, and which to use for…
10 min read
Keycloak Offline Tokens Explained
What Keycloak offline tokens are, how the offline_access scope works, how they differ from regular refresh tokens, and when to…
11 min read
Keycloak Client Scopes vs Roles: When to Use Each
Keycloak client scopes vs roles explained: what each does, how they shape token claims and scopes, and when to use…
9 min read
Third-Party Cookies, FedCM, and What Breaks in Keycloak.js
How third-party cookie deprecation breaks Keycloak's silent SSO and session checks in keycloak.js, what FedCM is, and how to keep…
13 min read
Is Self-Hosting Keycloak Worth It in 2026? An Honest Reality Check
Is self-hosting Keycloak worth it? An honest look at the real operational burden, when self-hosting wins, and when managed Keycloak…
10 min read
What is Keycloak? The Complete Developer’s Guide
The definitive guide to Keycloak: open-source IAM for SSO, MFA, user federation, social login, and fine-grained authorization. Architecture and use…
11 min read
SAML vs OIDC: When to Use Each Protocol
Compare SAML and OIDC protocols for SSO. Learn when to use each, how they work in Keycloak, and how to…
10 min read
API Authentication Best Practices in 2026
Comprehensive guide to API authentication in 2026 covering OAuth 2.0 with PKCE, mTLS, DPoP, JWT validation, token introspection, and choosing…
10 min read
JWT Best Practices: Security, Storage, and Rotation
A comprehensive guide to JWT security best practices covering token storage, key rotation, claim validation, refresh token rotation, and Keycloak…
11 min read
OpenID Connect Explained: A Developer’s Guide with Keycloak
A developer's deep dive into OpenID Connect (OIDC) covering ID tokens, claims, scopes, discovery endpoints, and UserInfo with practical Keycloak…
11 min read
Stay ahead on identity & security
Get tutorials, product updates, and Keycloak tips delivered to your inbox.