Why Transcodes

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Transcodes is the easiest and secure way to implement passkey-first authentication for startups, small businesses, and no-code website builders.

Why You Should Adopt Transcodes

Security Feature	Description
Zero-Knowledge Architecture	Private keys are stored only on user devices. Never stored on Transcodes servers
All Secrets Encrypted	API keys, tokens, user data - all sensitive information encrypted with AES-256 on transcodes cloud
Complete Phishing Protection	Domain binding makes authentication impossible on fake sites
Server Breach Immunity	No passwords on the server means accounts stay safe even during data breaches
Build-In UI/Management	Build-in UI that you can deploy instantly with custom brandings and automatically management for your users and sessions

What traditional authentication solutions require vs. Transcodes:

Traditional Approach	Transcodes
❌ Backend SDK installation and configuration	✅ 1 script tag
❌ Auth API endpoint development	✅ 1 function call
❌ Database schema design	✅ Automatic management
❌ Token generation/refresh logic	✅ Automatic handling
❌ Session management implementation	✅ Built-in feature
❌ Domain configuration and certificate management	✅ No configuration needed

Solution	Implementation Time
DIY WebAuthn Implementation	1-2 weeks
Auth0 / Stytch	2 days
Transcodes	1 hour

You can download the d.ts file from your project dashboard


<!-- This is all you need -->
<script
  type="module"
  src="https://cdn.transcodes.link/{PROJECT_ID}/webworker.js"
></script>


// Trigger sign-in or registration modal with one function call
const result = await transcodes.openAuthLoginModal();


// Trigger account management modal with one function call
const result = await transcodes.openAuthModal();


// Trigger multi-factor authentication modal with one function call
const result = await transcodes.openAuthMfaModal();

3 lines of code are all you need for initiating authentication

Transcodes has no vendor lock-in. You can migrate to another providers whenever you want

Feature	Description
User Data Backup	Securely backup and download all user data
Standards-Based	WebAuthn/FIDO2 standard compliance ensures compatibility with other services
Data Format	Export in standard JSON format
Free Migration	Move to another auth service whenever you want

Transcodes handles all WebAuthn complexity for you:

Feature	Description
Pre-built UI	Clean, no-coding-required login modals
Token Management	Automatic JWT issuance and refresh
Event Driven	React to auth state changes
Cross-device Support	QR code-based passkey authentication
MFA Support	TOTP (Google Authenticator), Hardware Security Keys
Emergency Access	Email 6-digit code verification as fallback

Unlike traditional auth providers that store secrets on servers, Transcodes keeps your private key exclusively in the browser:

Traditional Auth	Transcodes
Secrets stored on server	Private credential in browser only
Vulnerable to server breaches	Nothing to breach on server
Requires trust in provider	Device-based Proof of Possession (DPOP)
Phishable credentials	Unphishable from outside