Flowcharts & Processes

JWT Authentication and Refresh Flow

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Flowchart tracking incoming API request with access token check, silent refresh token validation, and redirect to login if expired.
Flowchart tracking incoming API request with access token check, silent refresh token validation, and redirect to login if expired.
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What it shows

  • Short-lived access tokens (15 mins) minimize impact of token theft.
  • Refresh tokens stored in secure HttpOnly cookies handle background renewals.
  • Invalid or expired refresh tokens immediately terminate user sessions.

The takeaway

Pair short-lived access tokens with rotating refresh tokens for stateless speed and rapid revocation.

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