Hello Apple Developer Community and Support,
Our team is encountering a critical and persistent issue with our backend integration of Sign In with Apple, and we are hoping for some insights or assistance.
Problem:
We consistently receive an "invalid_client" error (HTTP 400 status) when our backend service attempts to exchange the authorization code for tokens at Apple's https://appleid.apple.com/auth/token endpoint. The error message from Apple's response is simply {"error":"invalid_client"}.
Our Setup:
Client Application: An iOS native application.
Backend Service: A Go backend responsible for server-to-server token exchange and user management.
Sign In with Apple Flow: The iOS app initiates the Sign In with Apple flow, obtains an authorization code, and then passes this code to our backend for token exchange.
Extensive Troubleshooting Performed (No Success):
We have meticulously followed all official Apple documentation (including TN3107: Resolving Sign In with Apple Response Errors) and industry best practices. Here's a summary of our verification steps, all of which currently show correct configurations and parameters:
Backend client_secret JWT Construction:
We generate a client_secret JWT as required for server-to-server communication.
We've confirmed the claims in the generated JWT are correct:
iss (Issuer): Our Team ID (e.g., XXXXXXXXXX).
sub (Subject): Our Service ID (e.g., com.example.service.backendauth).
aud (Audience): https://appleid.apple.com.
kid (Key ID): The Key ID associated with our .p8 private key (e.g., YYYYYYYYYY).
We have performed rigorous verification of the .p8 private key content itself, ensuring no corruption, extra characters, or formatting issues in the environment variable. Our backend logs confirm it's parsing the correct PEM content.
Token Exchange Request Parameters:
The client_id parameter sent in the POST request to /auth/token is correctly set to our App Bundle ID (e.g., com.example.app.ios), as this is the identifier for which the code was originally issued.
The redirect_uri parameter sent in the POST request to /auth/token is precisely matched to a registered "Return URL" in our Apple Developer Portal (e.g., https://api.example.com:port/api/auth/callback?provider=apple).
Apple Developer Portal Configuration (Meticulously Verified):
App ID: Enabled for "Sign In with Apple".
Service ID: Enabled for "Sign In with Apple". Its "Primary App ID" is correctly linked to our App Bundle ID (e.g., com.example.app.ios). Its "Return URLs" exactly match our backend's redirect_uri (e.g., https://api.example.com:port/api/auth/callback?provider=apple).
Key: Our .p8 key has "Sign In with Apple" enabled. Crucially, in its configuration panel, the "Primary App ID" is correctly linked to our App Bundle ID (e.g., com.example.app.ios). We've ensured this key is specifically created for "Sign In with Apple" and not other services like APNs.
We have performed multiple full revocations and meticulous re-creations of the App ID, Service ID, and Key in the Apple Developer Portal, ensuring correct linkages and using new identifiers to bypass any potential caching issues.
Network & System Health Checks:
Network connectivity from our backend server to https://appleid.apple.com (port 443) has been confirmed as fully functional via ping and curl -v.
The incoming TLS handshake from our iOS client app to our backend server's callback URL (https://api.example.com:port/...) is successful and verified via openssl s_client -connect. There are no longer any TLS handshake errors (EOF).
Our backend server's system clock is accurately synchronized via NTP.
Request for Assistance:
Given that all our visible configurations, environment variables, and request parameters appear to be correct and align with Apple's documentation, and network connectivity is confirmed, we are at a loss for why the invalid_client error persists.
Based on TN3107, this error typically implies an issue with the client secret's signature or its validity for the given client_id. However, our logs confirm correct iss, sub, aud, and kid, and the private key content.
Has anyone encountered this persistent invalid_client error when all checks pass? Are there any less common configurations or troubleshooting steps we might be missing? Could this indicate a caching or propagation delay on Apple's servers, even after waiting periods?
Any insights or guidance would be greatly appreciated. We are prepared to provide detailed, anonymized logs and screenshots to Apple Developer Support privately if requested.
Thank you.
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Hello,
our Sign in with Apple Button no longer works and throws an 7003 error. It worked a few days ago but suddenly fails.
Any ideas how to fix this?
Thanks in advance!
plist:
<dict>
<key>com.apple.developer.applesignin</key>
<array>
<string>Default</string>
</array>
...
Code:
var body: some View {
VStack {
SignInWithAppleButton(.signUp) { request in
request.requestedScopes = [.fullName, .email]
} onCompletion: { result in
switch result {
case .success(let authResults):
handleSuccess(authorization: authResults)
case .failure(let error):
self.credentialFailure = true
self.errorMessage = .appleSignInError
logger.error("SIWA login failure: \(error)")
}
}
.signInWithAppleButtonStyle(.white)
.cornerRadius(GlobalValues.cornerRadius)
}
}
Error:
Authorization failed: Error Domain=AKAuthenticationError Code=-7003 "(null)" UserInfo={AKClientBundleID=com.our.app}
ASAuthorizationController credential request failed with error: Error Domain=com.apple.AuthenticationServices.AuthorizationError Code=1001 "(null)"
SIWA login failure: Error Domain=com.apple.AuthenticationServices.AuthorizationError Code=1001 "(null)"
Hello,
We are working on integrating app integrity verification into our service application, following Apple's App Attest and DeviceCheck guide.
Our server issues a challenge to the client, which then sends the challenge, attestation, and keyId in CBOR format to Apple's App Attest server for verification. However, we are unable to reach both https://attest.apple.com and https://attest.development.apple.com due to network issues.
These attempts have been made from both our internal corporate network and mobile hotspot environments. Despite adjusting DNS settings and other configurations, the issue persists.
Are there alternative methods or solutions to address this problem? Any recommended network configurations or guidelines to successfully connect to Apple's App Attest servers would be greatly appreciated.
Thank you.
Is it possible to change the Primary App ID set in the Group with an existing primary App ID to another Primary App ID within the same group
If there is a change, whether the sub values of the token will be changed upon successful login
If an app corresponding to the existing Group Primary App ID is deleted from the app store, ask whether or not other apps in the same group are affected and what effect it will have
If anyone knows about the above, please let me know please
Dear Apple Support Team,
I hope this message finds you well.
Our tech team is currently working on integrating the Apple Sign-In feature, and we have a specific query where we would appreciate your guidance.
Background Context:
We have several applications across different brands and are aiming to implement a unified sign-up and sign-in experience. Currently, we are utilizing a shared website to enable single sign-in functionality across all these applications.
Our Query:
If we embed the same website in all of these applications and implement the Apple Sign-In within this website—using a dedicated Service ID that is configured with the App Store name and icon—will users consistently see the Apple Sign-In pop-up with the Service ID’s name and icon, regardless of which base application (e.g., App A, App B, etc.) the website is accessed from?
We would like to ensure a seamless and consistent user experience and want to confirm that the branding within the Apple Sign-In prompt will reflect the Service ID’s configuration, rather than that of the hosting app.
Looking forward to your guidance on this matter.
I have implemented "Sign in With Apple" in my app , but problem is when user logged in initially or first time and email I can retrieve , name and email but after that when i tried to re login it is giving null value for name and email, why it is happening and what should be done here?
Topic:
Privacy & Security
SubTopic:
Sign in with Apple
I’ve been running into an issue for over a day when trying to create a Sign in with Apple key. Each time I attempt to download it, I’m redirected to a page that displays an error and provides no further guidance.
I’ve contacted Support and haven’t yet received a reply. I’ve also tried across multiple browsers (Chrome, Safari, Firefox), including incognito modes.
Any ideas on how to resolve this? We’re currently stuck and would appreciate guidance.
I am getting the following errors. The app used to work and now does not, even without any code changes. Any thoughts on resolving this issue?
Authorization failed: Error Domain=AKAuthenticationError Code=-7026 "(null)" Us erInfo={AKClientBundleID=<bundleid>}
LaunchServices: store (null) or url (null) was nil: Error Domain=NSOSStatusErrorDomain Code=-54 "process may not map database" Us erInfo={NSDebugDescription=process may not map database, _LSLine=72, _LSFunction=_LSServer_GetServerStoreForConnectionWithCompletionHandler}
Attempt to map database failed: permission was denied. This attempt will not be retried.
Failed to initialize client context with error Error Domain=NSOSStatusErrorDomain Code=-54 "process may not map database" Us erInfo={NSDebugDescription=process may not map database, _LSLine=72, _LSFunction=_LSServer_GetServerStoreForConnectionWithCompletionHandler}
Failed to get application extension record: Error Domain=NSOSStatusErrorDomain Code=-54 "(null)"
ASAuthorizationController credential request failed with error: Error Domain=com.apple.AuthenticationServices.AuthorizationError Code=1000 "(null)"
I'm using aws cognito for authentication in my app, and added the "Sign in with apple" identity provider. Not working at all by displaying "Sign Up Not Completed" error.
I am using custom domain in cognito..
I tried recreating the Private Key, and also recreating the Service Identifier. Nothing helped.
Anyone experiencing anything like this?
Hi,
My app keeps getting rejected during App Review with the reason that the Sign in with Apple button is unresponsive. However, I have tested it extensively on:
• A real iPad Pro (iPadOS 18.3.2)
• Multiple Xcode simulators
• Including an iPad Air 5th simulator (18.3.1)
In all of these cases, the button works correctly.
The reviewer mentioned they are using an iPad Air 5th running iPadOS 18.3.2, which I cannot find as a simulator in Xcode, nor do I have access to this exact device around me.
I’m using standard SignInWithAppleButton code with no custom wrappers or UI layers on top. Here is the relevant snippet:
GeometryReader { geometry in
ZStack {
Color.black.opacity(0.3)
.ignoresSafeArea()
.onTapGesture {
prompt = ""
showChat = false
}
VStack(alignment: .leading, spacing: 0){
switch purchaseManager.hasAISubscription {
case 1:
HStack{
}
case 2:
HStack{
}
case 3:
HStack{
}
default:
HStack{
}
}
Divider()
ScrollView {
VStack(alignment: .leading, spacing: 8) {
ForEach(filteredChatHistory, id: \.id) { chat in
}
}
Spacer()
}
.frame(maxHeight: geometry.size.height * 0.7)
.defaultScrollAnchor(.bottom)
.padding()
Divider()
HStack(){
if httpManager.isLoggedIn && purchaseManager.hasAISubscription > 0 {
}
}
else if purchaseManager.hasAISubscription == 0{
}
else{
Spacer()
SignInWithAppleButton(.continue){ request in
request.requestedScopes = [.email]
} onCompletion: { result in
switch result {
case .success(let auth):
switch auth.credential {
case let appleCredential as ASAuthorizationAppleIDCredential:
let userID = appleCredential.user
saveToKeychain(userID, for: "com.xing-fu.aireader.apple.userid")
if let identityTokenData = appleCredential.identityToken,
let identityToken = String(data: identityTokenData, encoding: .utf8) {
Task {
//后端认证过,才算登录成功
await httpManager.loginWithApple(identityToken)
}
}
break
default:
break
}
case .failure(let error):
print("error")
}
}
.frame(maxWidth: 350, maxHeight: 40)
.padding()
.cornerRadius(10)
Spacer()
}
}
}
.overlay( // 边框
RoundedRectangle(cornerRadius: 10)
.stroke(Color.g2, lineWidth: 4)
)
.background(Color(UIColor.systemBackground))
.cornerRadius(10) // 圆角
.shadow(color: Color.black.opacity(0.1), radius: 5, x: 0, y: 5)
.frame(width: geometry.size.width * 0.8)
.onDisappear{
httpManager.alertMessage = nil
}
}
}
Topic:
Privacy & Security
SubTopic:
Sign in with Apple
After the App transfer is initiated, will the replacement of the old and new certificates affect user authorization? (Based on some replies from DTS on the forum [Apple login authorization data is generated in combination with the team ID to which the App currently belongs], it is speculated that after the App transfer, during the period when the certificate configuration of the new team ID is not completed, authorization or authentication may not be performed normally, resulting in users being unable to use the Apple login function normally)
During the 60-day migration period, if the user authorizes or cancels authorization and then authorizes again in the old app, will the authorized data be different? If so, will transfer_sub be included in the authorization operation?
Issue with passport-apple: req.user Returning Undefined Data & Callback URL Issue
I am facing an issue with passport-apple where, after successful authentication, the callback function does not receive the expected user data. Instead, req.user contains undefined values, and there seems to be an issue with the callback URL handling.
Steps to Reproduce
I have configured passport-apple with the following strategy:
passport.use(
new AppleStrategy(
{
clientID: process.env.APPLE_CLIENT_ID,
teamID: process.env.APPLE_TEAM_ID,
keyID: process.env.APPLE_KEY_ID,
privateKeyLocation: path.join(__dirname, 'Auth.p8'),
callbackURL: process.env.APPLE_CALLBACK_URL,
scope: ['name', 'email'],
passReqToCallback: true
},
async (req, accessToken, refreshToken, idToken, profile, done) => {
try {
const decoded = jwt.decode(idToken);
const user = {
id: decoded?.sub || null,
email: decoded?.email || null,
name: profile?.name?.firstName || 'Unknown'
};
const userApp = await authController.handleAppleAuth(user.email, accessToken, refreshToken);
done(null, userApp);
} catch (error) {
return done(error);
}
}
)
);
Observed Behavior
Apple login succeeds, and an existing user is found in the database.
However, req.user contains undefined values after authentication.
The callback URL does not seem to function correctly, leading to potential misrouting or incomplete authentication flow.
Expected Behavior
req.user should contain the authenticated user's ID, email, and name.
The callback URL should properly handle the authentication response.
Actual Behavior
req.user contains undefined values instead of valid user data, and the callback URL handling seems to be incorrect.
Log Output:
{
id: '001412.13cccc5062074c35833683f6f0bcf5f6.1212',
email: 'xyz@somemail.com',
name: 'Unknown'
} user
checking redirectionn [Function: next]
📍 Processing Apple callback
📍 Authentication successful for user: { id: undefined, email: undefined }
{
id: undefined,
email: undefined,
firstName: undefined,
lastName: undefined,
subscriptionStatus: undefined
}
Topic:
Privacy & Security
SubTopic:
Sign in with Apple