java - Authentication in Play 2.3.x

Question

I'm using the Play! framework v2.3 (Java) and I want to add some user authentication to my web app, ie username/password for each user and a registration process.

I found some information on the docs on how to do this for v2.1 and v2.2: http://www.playframework.com/documentation/2.1.0/JavaGuide4 https://www.playframework.com/documentation/2.2.x/JavaGuide4

But I can't find any updated info on v2.3. I've already tried looking at the API for play.mvc.Security.Authenticated but it doesn't help (http://www.playframework.com/documentation/2.3.x/api/java/play/mvc/Security.Authenticated.html).

Anyone know how to do this properly?

Answer 1

There are a number of authentication libraries that already exist which cover many use cases. It'd be best to use something that's well established in the community.

Secure Social - This seems to be the most popular, with lots of documentation. (For both java and scala)

Deadbolt 2 - There are many implementation examples linked from that git repo. It seems a little more geared for java.

Play2 Auth - This is for scala only, but it is well documented and very flexible. (I personally use Play2 Auth)