How to create a secure login and registration system in an Umbraco website.
06/09/2023

Umbraco is a flexible and user-friendly content management system (CMS) that allows developers to build dynamic websites easily. With its powerful features and customizable nature, Umbraco is a popular choice for website development. One essential aspect of any website is the login and registration system, which ensures that users can securely access their accounts and manage their personal information. In this article, we will guide you through the process of creating a secure login and registration system in an Umbraco website.

1. Install Umbraco

The first step in creating a secure login and registration system is to install Umbraco CMS. To do this, follow the official installation guide provided by Umbraco. Once you have successfully installed Umbraco, you can proceed to the next step.

2. Create a Member Type

In Umbraco, a member type defines the properties and behaviors of a member, which represents a user in the system. To create a member type for the login and registration system:

  1. Go to the "Settings" section in the Umbraco backoffice.
  2. Select "Member Types" from the left sidebar.
  3. Click the "Create" button to create a new member type.
  4. Give your member type a name, such as "WebsiteUser".
  5. Add the necessary properties for the user, such as "Username", "Password", "Email", etc.
  6. Save the member type.

3. Create a Member Group

A member group defines the permissions and access levels for members belonging to that group. To create a member group for the login and registration system:

  1. Go to the "Settings" section in the Umbraco backoffice.
  2. Select "Member Groups" from the left sidebar.
  3. Click the "Create" button to create a new member group.
  4. Give your member group a name, such as "RegisteredUsers".
  5. Assign the appropriate permissions to the member group, such as access to specific pages or content.
  6. Save the member group.

4. Create Login and Registration Forms

Now that you have created the necessary member type and member group, it's time to create the login and registration forms for your Umbraco website. Here's how you can do it:

  1. Go to the "Developer" section in the Umbraco backoffice.
  2. Select "Partial Views" from the left sidebar.
  3. Click the "Create" button to create a new partial view.
  4. Give your partial view a name, such as "LoginForm".
  5. Write the HTML and Razor code to create the login form, including the necessary input fields for the username and password.
  6. Save the partial view.
  7. Repeat the above steps to create a partial view for the registration form, such as "RegistrationForm".

5. Implement Login and Registration Functionality

With the login and registration forms in place, you now need to implement the functionality to handle user authentication and registration. Here are the steps to follow:

  1. Go to the "Developer" section in the Umbraco backoffice.
  2. Select "Templates" from the left sidebar.
  3. Click the "Create" button to create a new template.
  4. Give your template a name, such as "Login".
  5. Write the necessary code in the template to handle the login functionality, such as validating the user's credentials and redirecting them to the appropriate page.
  6. Save the template.
  7. Repeat the above steps to create a template for the registration functionality, such as "Register".

6. Secure Member Pages

To ensure that only authenticated users can access certain pages or content on your Umbraco website, you need to secure them. Here's how you can do it:

  1. Go to the "Settings" section in the Umbraco backoffice.
  2. Select "Content" from the left sidebar.
  3. Click on the page or content item you want to secure.
  4. In the "Permissions" tab, assign the "RegisteredUsers" member group the necessary permissions to access the page or content.
  5. Save the changes.
  6. Repeat the above steps for any other pages or content you want to secure.

Conclusion

Creating a secure login and registration system in an Umbraco website is essential to protect user information and ensure a smooth user experience. By following the steps outlined in this article, you can easily implement a secure login and registration system using Umbraco CMS. Remember to regularly update and maintain your website's security measures to stay one step ahead of potential threats. Happy coding!

Read

More Stories


19/04/2024
Mastering Content Management with Umbraco
Read More
19/04/2024
The Future of Umbraco: A Look Ahead for Open-Source Content Management
Read More
06/09/2023
The evolution of Umbraco development over the years
Read More

Contact us

coffee_cup_2x

Spanning 8 cities worldwide and with partners in 100 more, we’re your local yet global agency.

Fancy a coffee, virtual or physical? It’s on us – let’s connect!