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How to properly use multiple environments

Keep separate settings for development and production so you can test safely.

Steps at a glance

1. Create a development environment and a production environment.
2. Put different keys and URLs in each environment.
3. Test in development, then switch to production when ready.

1) Decide what changes per environment

Common examples:

• Database or API base URLs
• SSO Provider settings
• Email provider keys

2) Store environment-specific values

1. Open the environment settings in your project.
2. Add your development values in the development environment.
3. Add your production values in the production environment.

3) Test correctly

• Always test new changes in development first.
• When you deploy, confirm the production environment is selected.

Common pitfalls

It works in development but not in production

• The production environment might be missing a value (key, URL, or allowed domain).

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