Creating a Flutter Firebase Authentication App: Your Step-by-Step Guide

Oct 28, 2021 | Programming

Building an app that utilizes Firebase Authentication provides a seamless user experience, allowing users to sign in using various methods like Google, Facebook, Email/Password, and even Phone. In this blog, we will take you through a complete guide on how to create a Flutter app integrating Firebase Authentication with these features.

Features of the Flutter Firebase Auth App

  • Email/Password Signup
  • Email/Password Login
  • Email Verification
  • Google Sign In
  • Facebook Sign In
  • Phone Sign In

Getting Started

To build this app, you’ll need to go through a series of steps that involve setting up your Flutter environment, configuring Firebase, and integrating authentication methods.

Setting Up Your Flutter Environment

If you haven’t already, install Flutter SDK by following the official Flutter installation guide. Once you have set up your Flutter environment, you can start building your application.

Linking Firebase to Flutter

To get started with Firebase, you need to create a Firebase project and link it to your Flutter app. Head over to the Firebase Console, create your project, and register your app to obtain the configuration file.

Integrating Authentication Features

Now that you have your Firebase project set up, it’s time to integrate the various authentication methods. Each method can be thought of as a key to a different door, letting users enter your app in ways that suit them best. Here’s a breakdown:

Imagine your app as a large, welcoming house with several doors that represent different ways users can enter. Some might choose the traditional door (Email/Password), while others might prefer the quicker route through a window (Google Sign In) or a gate (Facebook Sign In).


// Pseudo code for authentication methods
FirebaseAuth.instance.signInWithEmailAndPassword(email: email, password: password);
FirebaseAuth.instance.signInWithGoogle();
FirebaseAuth.instance.signInWithFacebook();

Email Verification

After users sign up, it’s important to verify their email addresses. Think of this as sending them a welcome letter to ensure they really belong in your house. To implement this, you can introduce a verification step where a confirmation link is sent to users’ emails.

Troubleshooting Common Issues

If you encounter issues during the development of your Flutter Firebase Auth app, here are some troubleshooting ideas:

  • Ensure that your Firebase dependencies are up to date in your pubspec.yaml file.
  • Check your console for any error messages that may indicate problems with API keys or app registration.
  • Make sure that the authentication methods you are trying to implement are enabled in your Firebase project settings.
  • For email verification, ensure you are sending emails correctly and that your users check their spam folders.

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Explore More!

To further enhance your understanding of this setup, you can check my YouTube tutorial [Rivaan Ranawat](https://youtu.be/u8H652UY-L8) for a detailed walk-through of the building process.

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