Unlock Seamless Authentication: A Step-by-Step Guide to Implementing Gmail Login in Laravel

Introduction:
In the ever-evolving landscape of web development, providing users with a hassle-free and secure authentication experience is paramount. One way to achieve this is by integrating social login options, and Gmail is a popular choice. This blog will guide you through the process of implementing Gmail login in a Laravel application using Laravel Socialite.

Setting Up Gmail API and Obtaining OAuth 2.0 Credentials in Google Cloud Console:

Before diving into the Laravel code, let’s configure the Gmail API and obtain OAuth 2.0 credentials from the Google Cloud Console.

Navigate to Google Cloud Console:

1. Visit the Google Cloud Console.
2. Create a new project or select an existing one.

Step 1: Enable the Gmail API:

1. In the left sidebar, click on the hamburger icon to open the menu.
2. Navigate to “APIs & Services” > “Dashboard.”
3. Click on “+ ENABLE APIS AND SERVICES” at the top.
4. Search for “Gmail API” in the search bar.
5. Select the “Gmail API” from the results.
6. Click the “ENABLE” button to…