Lightweight JWT Auth for Next.js

next-lite-auth is a lightweight, JWT-based authentication solution for Next.js applications, designed specifically for scenarios where a full database or third-party auth service is overkill. It uses static JSON for user management, loaded via environment variables, eliminating the need for database setup. The current stable version is 0.2.6. Release cadence appears to be iterative and feature-driven within the 0.x range, indicating active development. Its primary differentiators are its zero-database approach, ease of setup, and a built-in login UI, making it suitable for MVPs, internal tools, demos, and educational projects. It explicitly states it is not recommended for production environments requiring robust security or scalability, instead catering to rapid development and OSS projects where authentication can be easily toggled via environment variables.