The text provides a comprehensive overview of authentication and authorization processes in Strapi, a user-centric backend application. It emphasizes the importance of secure authentication and access control for building user trust and outlines the various methods available within Strapi, including password-based login and JWT token-based authorization. The article guides users in creating roles and permissions, authenticating users, and managing roles, with detailed instructions on using OAuth and OAuth2 providers. Additionally, it discusses creating and managing API tokens, which offer an alternative method for accessing resources in Strapi without altering user roles or permissions. The text aims to equip users with the knowledge to implement and manage secure authentication and authorization in Strapi effectively.