How to require authentication for certain actions in Bubble.io: Step-by-Step Guide

 

 

Bubble's privacy rules are crucial for protecting data. Set them up in the Data tab to establish who has access to create, read, update, or delete data.

 

Ensure that users must log in to access certain areas of your app. Use Bubble's built-in user authentication system, which allows you to easily create sign-up and login page workflows.

 

Use conditions to control the visibility of elements on a page. In the editor, select an element and create a condition such as "This element is visible when the current user's role is Admin".

 

In the workflow editor, add conditions to actions, like "Only when current user is logged in", to prevent unauthorized execution of sensitive workflows.

 

Utilize custom states to store user access levels after they log in. Workflows can use these states to allow or prevent certain operations.

 

Set up custom events in your workflows that include checks for user roles or access levels. Trigger these events only when a user meets specific conditions.

 

If you're using API endpoints for workflow triggers, ensure they require authentication. Under the API tab in settings, you can establish what calls need authentication.

 

Make it a habit to audit your app's security settings. Ensure that all pages, data types, and workflows that need protection are adequately secured.

 

When needed, use backend workflows that run on the server, away from the user's view, to manage data changes securely.

 

Run tests as both an authenticated and an unauthenticated user to confirm your security measures are functioning as expected.