URL Sharing Issues with Twitter Single Sign-On in Next.js

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Description: Facing issues with URL sharing when using Twitter Single Sign-On in my Next.js app.

Understanding the Issue

When users share a URL via Twitter in a Next.js application, the behaviour differs based on authentication status. If the user is logged in, the URL sharing works as expected. Similarly, when logging in via email and password, the shared URL remains intact. However, when using Twitter’s Single Sign-On (SSO), the shared URL is cleared, disrupting the intended functionality.

This inconsistency raises concerns, especially for applications that rely on social sharing to drive engagement.

Code Implementation for Sharing a URL

The current implementation for sharing a product URL via Twitter is as follows:

const messageTwitter = encodeURIComponent(
    `Just found this amazing \"${productTitle}\" on HOTMESS! Effortlessly chic and perfect for any occasion. Check it out here: ${pageUrl} 🛍️ Explore more at #HOTMESS!`
);
let shareUrl = `https://twitter.com/intent/tweet?text=${messageTwitter}`;

// Open the share URL
window.open(shareUrl, "_blank");

This code constructs a tweet with a predefined message and a product link, then opens a new Twitter intent window for sharing.

Identifying the Problem with Twitter SSO

Twitter’s SSO process seems to clear the redirect URL, which prevents the intended URL from being retained during authentication. Possible causes include:

  • Session Handling Issues: Twitter SSO might not preserve session storage during authentication.
  • Redirect URL Limitations: Twitter’s authentication system might not accept a pre-defined redirect URL after login.
  • Third-Party Authentication Restrictions: AWS Amplify or Twitter’s OAuth flow could be interfering with how URLs are passed post-login.

If anyone has alternative solutions or additional insights on this issue, please feel free to share them here or reach out to me directly.

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