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One-Click Login With Blockchain: A MetaMask Tutorial

In this tutorial, we'll learn how to implement a one-click login feature using MetaMask, a popular Ethereum wallet. This method utilizes blockchain technology to provide users with a secure and convenient way to log into your application.

Prerequisites

Before starting, make sure you have:

  • MetaMask extension installed in your browser.

  • Basic knowledge of HTML and JavaScript.

Step 1: Setting Up Your Project

Create a new HTML file and include the following script tag to use the Web3.js library, which allows you to interact with the Ethereum blockchain:

<script src="https://cdn.jsdelivr.net/npm/web3/dist/web3.min.js"></script>

Step 2: Detecting MetaMask

To check if the user has MetaMask installed:

if (typeof window.ethereum !== 'undefined') {
  console.log('MetaMask is installed!');
} else {
  console.log('Please install MetaMask!');
}

Step 3: Connecting to MetaMask

Use the following code to request access to the user's MetaMask account:

async function connect() {
  const accounts = await ethereum.request({ method: 'eth_requestAccounts' });
  const account = accounts[0];
  console.log('Connected', account);
}

Call connect() when you want to initiate the login process.

Step 4: Signing a Message

To authenticate, have the user sign a message. This ensures they own the account:

async function signMessage(account) {
  const message = "Please sign this message to log in.";
  const signature = await ethereum.request({
    method: 'personal_sign',
    params: [message, account],
  });
  console.log('Signature:', signature);
  // Here, you would verify the signature on your backend.
}

Final Thoughts

By following these steps, you've implemented a one-click login feature using MetaMask. This method enhances security and user experience by leveraging blockchain technology for authentication.

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