Overview of OAuth 2.0 Flows with HIN eID
HIN eID supports two OAuth 2.0 flows: the Authorization Code Flow and the Client Credentials Flow. The Authorization Code Flow is suitable for applications that act on behalf of a user, while the Client Credentials Flow is designed for machine-to-machine communication. The Authorization Code Flow provides higher security because it requires user interaction, but is more complex to implement. The Client Credentials Flow is simpler to implement but less secure because it does not require user interaction and is therefore more susceptible to misuse. The choice of the right flow depends on the specific requirements of the application.