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What is user login?

User login controls who can access your app. Zite handles authentication for you and connects to your existing user database (Airtable, Google Sheets, Zite Database, etc.).

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Video tutorial

User Login in 5 minutes, a tutorial from Zite partner Automation Helpers

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Step by step guide

1

Add user login

Type “Add user login” in your Zite chat, or click + and select Add login.Screenshot 2025-12-16 at 2.43.01 PM.png
2

Choose your database

Select where to store user data:
  • Zite Database
  • Airtable
  • Google Sheets and other databases (coming soon)
Then specify which table and email field to use for login.
3

Configure access

Click Login on top to set:
  • Login methods - Magic link and/or Google
  • Who can sign up - Anyone, invite-only, or specific domains Screenshot 2025-12-16 at 2.48.15 PM copy.png
While editing your app, you can select which user to log in as from a dropdown populated by your connected database. In the published version, however, users will need to enter their email address (or use Google) to log in. The user list will not be visible in the live app.
4

Customize login page

Navigate to the Login page in the dropdown. Then, Edit your logo, colors, and branding.Screenshot 2025-12-16 at 2.59.54 PM.png
5

Manage users

Use the Users tab to view user sessions. To add, edit, or remove users, make changes in your Database (e.g., Zite Database or Airtable) directly from the top menu or by clicking Manage users.Screenshot 2025-12-16 at 3.06.47 PM.png

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Key features

User-specific data: In each workflow, you’ll have access to the logged-in user’s records automatically. Automatic security: Backend workflows are secured by default. Only logged-in users can call workflows. No user limits: Add unlimited users without per-seat pricing. Database integration: Connect to existing Airtable, Google Sheets, Zite, or other databases without duplicating data.
Need help? Contact our support team at [email protected].