Recently, I had the opportunity to explore the world of custom login pages with Okta, and I must say, it was an exciting and rewarding experience. In this article, I will walk you through an example of creating a custom login page using Okta, sharing my personal insights and commentary along the way.
Why Custom Login Pages Matter
Before diving into our example, let’s briefly touch on why custom login pages are important. In today’s digital landscape, user experience plays a crucial role in the success of any application or website. A well-designed and branded login page not only enhances the overall user experience but also adds a layer of professionalism and trust to your application.
Getting Started with Okta
Okta, a leading identity management platform, provides a straightforward way to create custom login pages that align with your brand’s identity. To start, you’ll need an Okta developer account and some basic knowledge of HTML, CSS, and JavaScript.
Once you’re set up with an Okta developer account, you can create a new Okta application and configure it to use custom login pages. Okta offers a variety of customization options, including the ability to add your own logo, branding colors, and even custom CSS styles.
Next, you’ll need to create an HTML file that serves as your custom login page. In this file, you can add your desired branding elements, such as your company logo, tagline, and background image. Additionally, you can leverage Okta’s JavaScript SDK to handle user authentication and redirect the user to the appropriate page after a successful login.
Example of a Custom Login Page
Let’s take a look at a simple example of a custom login page using Okta:
<!DOCTYPE html>
<html>
<head>
<title>Custom Login Page</title>
</head>
<body>
<div class="login-container">
<img src="company_logo.png" alt="Company Logo">
<h2>Welcome to Our Application!</h2>
<form id="login-form">
<input type="email" id="email" name="email" placeholder="Email Address" required>
<input type="password" id="password" name="password" placeholder="Password" required>
<button type="submit">Login</button>
</form>
<p>Don't have an account? <a href="signup.html">Sign up here!</a></p>
</div>
<script src="https://ok1static.oktacdn.com/fs/js/okta-signin-widget/5.9.0/js/okta-sign-in.min.js" type="text/javascript"></script>
<script type="text/javascript">
var signIn = new OktaSignIn({
baseUrl: "https://your-okta-domain.okta.com",
clientId: "your-client-id",
redirectUri: "https://your-redirect-uri.com"
});
signIn.renderEl(
{ el: "#login-form" },
function (res) {
if (res.status === "SUCCESS") {
console.log("Authentication successful!");
signIn.tokenManager.add("accessToken", res);
window.location.href = "home.html";
}
}
);
</script>
</body>
</html>In this example, we have a basic login form with fields for email and password. When the user submits the form, the JavaScript code initializes the Okta Sign-In Widget and handles the authentication process. Upon successful authentication, the user is redirected to the “home.html” page.
Conclusion
Custom login pages are a powerful way to enhance the user experience and maintain a consistent brand identity for your application. Okta provides robust tools and resources to create and customize these pages effortlessly. By leveraging Okta’s capabilities, you can create a seamless login experience that aligns with your brand’s aesthetics and delivers a sense of trust and professionalism to your users.
So, why settle for a generic login page when you can create a custom one that truly reflects your brand? Give Okta a try and unlock a world of possibilities for enhancing the login experience in your applications.