Better Auth is an open-source authentication framework for TypeScript applications that provides composable, plugin-based authentication with support for multiple methods including credential auth, social sign-on, passkeys, and enterprise features. It serves developers building consumer and enterprise applications across various frameworks including Next.js, Nuxt, and SvelteKit.
CybersecurityDeveloper ToolsEnterprise SoftwareSaaSSecurityOpen SourceUnited States of AmericaAmerica / CanadaPartly Remote
Founders & leadership· Y Combinator alumni (X25)
Better Auth was founded in 2025 by Bereket Engida.
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Bereket Engidain𝕏Founder, CEO2024–2026Bereket Engida has developed TypeScript-based developer tools and open source libraries including Better Call, Better Fetch, and Loglib. He previously worked across multiple product teams before focusing on developer infrastructure.
Investors · 9
Chapter OneLos Angeles · $5K – $200K
Lobster CapitalSan Francisco
P1 VenturesGrand Cayman · $100K – $1M
Peak XV PartnersTrianon · $100K – $10M
Rain CapitalBellevue
Seaplane VenturesAustinvia Joe Magyer · inferred
Transpose Platform ManagementHouston
Y CombinatorSan Francisco · $500K
Also in the syndicate · 1
Peak XV
Funding
SEC filings, press & company announcements$5M disclosed across 1 of 2 rounds · 2025–2026
- $5MSeedJul 2026 · 2 sourcesSource ↗
Source: company announcements and press reports — follow each round's link for the claim.
Competitors · 9
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In the news
African Startup News (July 17, 2026) - followictfollowict.news · Jul 2026
Ethiopian Founder Sells AI Authentication Startup to Vercel a Year After $5m Round - Launch Base Africalaunchbaseafrica.com · Jul 2026
Ethiopian-founded Better Auth acquired by US-based Vercel a year after raising $5 million Seed round – African-Startupsafrican-startups.com · Jul 2026
Ethiopian Startup Better Auth Acquired by Vercel After USD 5 M Seed Roundweetracker.com · Jul 2026
Better Auth is joining Vercelbetter-auth.com · Jul 2026Frequently asked questions
- What does Better Auth do?
- Better Auth is an open-source authentication framework for TypeScript applications that provides composable, plugin-based authentication with support for multiple methods including credential auth, social sign-on, passkeys, and enterprise features. It serves developers building consumer and enterprise applications across various frameworks including Next.js, Nuxt, and SvelteKit.
- Who founded Better Auth?
- Better Auth was founded by Bereket Engida in 2025.
- Who are Better Auth's investors?
- Better Auth's investors include Chapter One, Lobster Capital, P1 Ventures, Peak XV Partners, Rain Capital, Seaplane Ventures, Transpose Platform Management, Y Combinator.
- How much funding has Better Auth raised?
- Better Auth has disclosed $5M raised across 1 of its 2 known rounds.
- Where is Better Auth headquartered?
- Better Auth is headquartered in San Francisco, US.