OAuth & Authentication Guide

1. Purpose & Security Philosophy

Authentication and authorization are foundational to ReelCiety’s security architecture. All access to user data, platform features, and automation capabilities is governed by strict identity verification, least-privilege access, and auditable authorization controls.

ReelCiety does not permit anonymous or unsecured API access. All integrations must authenticate using approved mechanisms defined in this guide.

2. Supported Authentication Methods

ReelCiety currently supports the following authentication methods:

• OAuth 2.0 Authorization Code Flow (primary method)
• OAuth 2.0 Client Credentials Flow (server-to-server)
• Scoped API Keys (limited, non-user contexts)

Legacy authentication methods, shared secrets in URLs, or embedded credentials in client-side code are strictly prohibited.

3. OAuth Authorization Code Flow

The Authorization Code Flow is required for applications accessing user data or performing actions on behalf of a ReelCiety user. This flow ensures:

• User consent before data access
• Secure token exchange on trusted servers
• Clear visibility into granted permissions

Applications must redirect users to ReelCiety’s official authorization endpoint and may not simulate or bypass user consent screens.

4. Client Credentials Flow

The Client Credentials Flow is intended for backend services that do not access user-specific data. This includes:

• Internal analytics pipelines
• Enterprise moderation tools
• Approved research or compliance systems

Access tokens issued under this flow are strictly scoped and may be revoked without notice if misuse is detected.

5. Access Tokens & Refresh Tokens

OAuth access tokens grant temporary permission to access specific API scopes. Refresh tokens allow applications to request new access tokens without re-prompting the user.

• Access tokens are short-lived by design
• Refresh tokens must be stored securely server-side
• Token leakage or exposure must be reported immediately

6. Scopes & Permission Model

Scopes define the exact permissions granted to an application. ReelCiety enforces granular scopes to limit data exposure and reduce risk.

• Read-only vs write permissions
• Media upload and deletion rights
• Messaging, analytics, or moderation access

Applications requesting excessive or unrelated scopes may be rejected or flagged for review.

7. User Consent & Transparency

Applications must clearly disclose:

• What data is accessed
• Why the data is needed
• How long access will persist

Misleading consent screens, dark patterns, or hidden permissions are grounds for immediate revocation.

8. Token Storage & Handling Requirements

Developers must implement industry-standard security practices:

• Never expose tokens in client-side code or logs
• Encrypt tokens at rest
• Restrict token access to essential services only
• Rotate credentials regularly

9. Revocation & Session Termination

ReelCiety may revoke tokens or sessions at any time due to:

• User revocation of consent
• Security incidents or suspicious activity
• Policy or contractual violations
• Regulatory or legal obligations

10. Multi-Account & Organization Access

Organizational applications accessing multiple accounts must:

• Maintain clear account separation
• Log access per user and per action
• Support immediate access revocation

11. Monitoring, Auditing & Logging

ReelCiety may audit authentication flows and token usage. Developers must maintain logs sufficient to:

• Trace authentication events
• Identify unauthorized access
• Support investigations and compliance reviews

12. Enforcement & Consequences

Violations of authentication rules may result in:

• Immediate token revocation
• Suspension or termination of API access
• Account or application bans
• Legal action where applicable

13. Updates & Evolution

Authentication standards evolve continuously. ReelCiety may require upgrades or migrations to stronger protocols to address emerging threats.

14. Contact

Developer Support: dev@reelciety.com
Security & Authentication: security@reelciety.com
Legal & Compliance: legal@nexa-group.org