ory-hydra
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Description:
OpenID Certified OAuth 2.0 Server and OpenID Connect Provider
Type: Formula  |  Latest Version: 25.4.0@0  |  Tracked Since: Nov 7, 2025
Links: Homepage  |  @orysh  |  formulae.brew.sh
Category: Security
Tags: oauth2 oidc authentication security identity
Install: brew install ory-hydra
About:
Ory Hydra is a scalable, cloud-native OAuth 2.0 and OpenID Connect server. It provides a hardened authentication infrastructure without forcing user interface or storage limitations. Its primary value is offering a secure, API-driven platform for managing third-party application access.
Key Features:
  • OAuth 2.0 and OpenID Connect (OIDC) compliance
  • Cloud-native architecture with pluggable storage
  • Decoupled UI via the Ory Kratos identity system
  • Fine-grained consent management flows
Use Cases:
  • Building an identity platform for SaaS applications
  • Implementing secure authentication for microservices
  • Creating a centralized login portal for third-party apps
Alternatives:
  • Keycloak – Keycloak is a Java-based alternative with built-in user management, whereas Hydra focuses strictly on the OAuth/OIDC protocol layer.
  • Authentik – Authentik provides an all-in-one identity provider with a built-in UI, while Hydra requires a separate frontend implementation.
Version History
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