Update, February 19, 2026: Netlify Identity will continue as a supported authentication option on Netlify. This post has been updated to reflect that change.
Earlier, we announced plans to deprecate Netlify Identity alongside the introduction of the Auth0 extension. Since then, we’ve heard from many developers who rely on Identity in production. Netlify Identity will continue as a supported authentication option on Netlify.
At the same time, we’re continuing to invest in extensibility so you can choose the authentication solution that best fits your needs.
We believe great things on the web come from everywhere. As a platform for the web, we’re investing in our own extensibility to make that true for Netlify too. We don’t want to limit you to just what our team builds–we want you to use the best tool for the job, always.
This reflects our belief that the future of web development is modular and composable. Your tools should work in harmony to make it faster to build. By focusing on extensibility, we create a foundation where the best solutions—whether built by Netlify or our partners—can come together.
Netlify Extensions
A few months ago, we announced Netlify Extensions to help tools deeply integrate with the Netlify platform. Since then:
- Tens of thousands of developers have added extensions
- Several Enterprise customers now run 10+ extensions across their organization, including their own custom extensions
- We’ve welcomed extensions from Contentful, Contentstack, Adobe Experience Manager, Salesforce Commerce Cloud, Shopify, Supabase, and more
Starter templates can include required extensions, prompting users to install them automatically. This creates an onboarding experience where templates automatically connect their critical components without manual setup.
In the future, combining this with the recent Build API opens exciting possibilities for AI code generation platforms. These tools can deploy more complex, fullstack apps to Netlify by defining required extensions that handle specific functionality like authentication, CMS integration, or ecommerce. As the AI development ecosystem evolves, extensions can provide a standardized way to connect generated code with production-ready services.
By prioritizing extensibility, Netlify gives you greater flexibility and choice without sacrificing the workflow you love. For teams, this means more modular, composable solutions that adapt to your needs, not the other way around.
Introducing the Auth0 Extension
Today, we’re adding the Auth0 extension to our growing ecosystem, making it simpler to connect Auth0’s authentication with your Netlify apps. To start, this extension:
- Sets up your Auth0 environment variables automatically
- Creates a connection between Auth0 and Netlify
- Maintains a consistent developer experience
We’re partnering with Auth0 because they’re authentication experts. Their platform includes capabilities such as single sign-on, multi-factor authentication, and integration with 20+ social and enterprise providers.
Netlify Identity is well-suited for many projects, especially when you want tight integration with Netlify and minimal setup.
For teams that require advanced enterprise authentication features, Auth0 offers expanded capabilities through a dedicated platform.
What this means for Netlify Identity users
Netlify Identity remains a supported authentication solution on Netlify.
Here’s what you can expect: • No required migrations • Continued availability and support within the Netlify platform • Compatibility with existing implementations • Ongoing updates for reliability and security
If Identity fits your needs, you can keep using it.
For teams that need advanced enterprise authentication features—such as multi-factor authentication, enterprise SSO, or extensive social provider support—the Auth0 extension remains a strong option.
