Google OAuth Consent Screen Misconfigured in Bolt App
Users trying to log in with Google in your Bolt.new application encounter errors like 'This app isn't verified', 'Error 400: redirect_uri_mismatch', or a consent screen that requests terrifying permissions like 'See, edit, download, and permanently delete all your Google Drive files'. Some users see a blank screen after clicking 'Sign in with Google'.
Google OAuth is the most common social login provider, and a misconfigured consent screen will stop every user from signing up or logging in. The scary permission warnings or 'unverified app' screens cause users to immediately close the tab and never return, even if your app only needs basic profile information.
The issue stems from Google Cloud Console configuration not matching what your application code expects. Bolt generates the OAuth login flow in code but can't configure the Google Cloud Console for you, leading to mismatches between what Google expects and what your app sends.
Error Messages You Might See
Common Causes
- Redirect URI mismatch — The callback URL in your code doesn't exactly match what's registered in Google Cloud Console (wrong domain, missing path, http vs https)
- OAuth consent screen in testing mode — The app is in 'Testing' status which only allows pre-approved test users, blocking all other signups
- Excessive scopes requested — The code requests broad scopes like 'https://www.googleapis.com/auth/drive' when it only needs 'openid email profile'
- App not verified by Google — Production apps requesting sensitive scopes must go through Google's verification process
- Wrong OAuth client type — Created a Desktop or Android OAuth client instead of Web application type in Google Console
How to Fix It
- Fix redirect URI — In Google Cloud Console > APIs & Services > Credentials > your OAuth client, add your exact callback URL: https://yourapp.com/auth/callback/google (must match character-for-character)
- Publish the OAuth consent screen — Go to OAuth consent screen tab and click 'Publish App' to move from Testing to Production. This allows any Google user to sign in
- Request minimal scopes — Only request what you need. For login, use: scope: 'openid email profile'. Remove any Drive, Calendar, or other API scopes unless your app actually uses them
- Use correct client type — Delete the existing client and create a new one as 'Web application' type. Mobile and Desktop types don't support redirect-based OAuth flows
- Add all redirect URIs — Add both your development (http://localhost:3000/auth/callback/google) and production (https://yourapp.com/auth/callback/google) URIs
- Configure Supabase redirect — If using Supabase Auth, add https://your-project.supabase.co/auth/v1/callback to Google's authorized redirect URIs
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Get HelpFrequently Asked Questions
How do I move my Google OAuth app from Testing to Production?
Go to Google Cloud Console > APIs & Services > OAuth consent screen. Click 'Publish App'. If you only use basic scopes (openid, email, profile), verification is automatic. If you request sensitive scopes, Google will review your app which can take weeks.
Why do users see 'This app isn't verified' warning?
Your OAuth consent screen is either in Testing mode (only test users can sign in) or you're requesting sensitive scopes that require Google verification. For most apps, requesting only 'openid email profile' scopes avoids verification requirements.