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+# yauth
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+An open source authentication and authorization system.
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+## Overview
+
+yauth (aka your-auth) is a complete open source authentication and authorization solution for your applications. Bring your database and have complete control over the authentication and user data. This an [Auth0](https://auth0.com) alternative with complete data contro.