To include the

return_to

query parameter from the registration process in the

VerificationURL

within the verification email template, you need to follow these steps: 1. When initiating the registration flow, include the

return_to

parameter in the request. 2. When creating the verification flow, pass the

after_verification_return_to

parameter. Here's how you can do this: 1. During the registration process, include the

return_to

parameter when creating the browser registration flow:

GET /self-service/registration/browser?return_to=<https://your-app.com/post-registration>

2. When creating the verification flow (which happens after the registration is completed), use the

after_verification_return_to

parameter:

GET /self-service/verification/browser?after_verification_return_to=<https://your-app.com/post-verification>

The

after_verification_return_to

parameter is described in the API documentation as: "The URL to return the browser to after the verification flow was completed. After the registration flow is completed, the user will be sent a verification email. Upon completing the verification flow, this URL will be used to override the default

selfservice.flows.verification.after.default_redirect_to

value." [Ory API Reference](https://www.ory.sh/docs/reference/api) By setting this parameter, you ensure that the

VerificationURL

in the email template will include the desired return URL after the verification process is completed. Remember to whitelist the domains you want to allow for redirection in your Ory Identities configuration:

yaml selfservice:   allowed_return_urls:     - <https://your-app.com/>

This prevents open redirect attacks while allowing you to use dynamic return URLs [Ory Kratos Documentation](https://www.ory.sh/docs/kratos/concepts/browser-redirect-flow-completion#redirection).

To configure the whitelist for allowed return URLs in Ory, you have a few options. Let me explain where and how you can set this up: 1. Project Configuration File: You can indeed add the whitelist configuration to your project's YAML configuration file. This would typically be named something like

kratos.yml

or

config.yml

. The structure would look like this:

yaml    selfservice:      allowed_return_urls:        - <https://your-app.com/>

[Ory Kratos Documentation](https://www.ory.sh/docs/kratos/concepts/browser-redirect-flow-completion#redirection) 2. Ory Console (UI): Yes, you can set this up through the Ory Console user interface. Here's how: - Log in to the [Ory Console](https://console.ory.sh/) - Navigate to your project - Go to the "Branding" section - Look for the "Browser redirects" subsection - There, you should find a field to add allowed return URLs [Ory Console Documentation](https://www.ory.sh/docs/kratos/self-service/flows/user-logout#post-logout-redirect) 3. Ory CLI: If you prefer using the command line, you can use the Ory CLI to set this configuration. Here's an example command:

ory patch identity-config --project <project-id> --workspace <workspace-id> \       --add '/selfservice/allowed_return_urls=["{your-app-url}"]'

Replace

<project-id>

,

<workspace-id>

, and

{your-app-url}

with your actual values. [Ory CLI Documentation](https://www.ory.sh/docs/guides/cli/installation) The method you choose depends on your workflow and preferences. If you're working locally or deploying your own instance of Ory Kratos, the YAML file might be the most straightforward. If you're using Ory Cloud, the Console UI or CLI methods would be more appropriate. Remember, whichever method you use, make sure to include all the domains you want to allow for redirection. This is crucial for security, as it prevents open redirect attacks while allowing you to use dynamic return URLs in your application.

To answer your question about whitelisting URLs in Ory, you have a couple of options: 1. Exact matches: You can add specific subroutes to the whitelist. This is the most secure approach as it limits redirects to only the exact URLs you specify. 2. Wildcard subdomains: Ory does support using wildcard subdomains in the CORS origins setting. For example, you can use a pattern like

https://*.foobar.ory

. However, it's important to note that this is specifically mentioned for CORS settings, not for the

allowed_return_urls

. [Ory Network Documentation](https://www.ory.sh/docs/guides/cors) states: "You can, however, use a wildcard subdomain such as

https://*.foobar.ory

. To be on the safe side, Ory recommends setting the CORS origins to be an exact match instead of a wildcard subdomain." For the

allowed_return_urls

specifically, the documentation doesn't mention support for wildcards. Instead, it suggests adding the domain to the whitelist:

yaml selfservice:   allowed_return_urls:     - <https://www.myapp.com/>

[Ory Kratos Documentation](https://www.ory.sh/docs/kratos/concepts/browser-redirect-flow-completion#redirection) This implies that you should add the base domain, and it will likely cover all subroutes under that domain. However, to be absolutely certain, it's best to add the specific routes you need. If you need to allow many different subroutes, you might want to consider adding the base domain (e.g., `https://www.myapp.com/`) to the whitelist. This should allow redirects to any path under that domain. For the most accurate and up-to-date information, especially if you need to use wildcards for

allowed_return_urls

, I recommend reaching out to Ory support or checking their latest documentation, as this functionality might have been updated or could vary depending on your specific Ory setup.

I understand you're still encountering an issue with the return URL. Let's troubleshoot this problem step by step: 1. First, make sure that you've added the exact URL to your whitelist. The error message suggests you're trying to redirect to "https://myapp.com", so your whitelist should include this exact URL:

yaml    selfservice:      allowed_return_urls:        - <https://myapp.com>

[Ory Kratos Documentation](https://www.ory.sh/docs/kratos/concepts/browser-redirect-flow-completion#redirection) 2. Check that there are no typos or discrepancies between the URL you're trying to redirect to and the one in your whitelist. URLs are case-sensitive and must match exactly. 3. Ensure that you've properly applied the configuration changes. If you're using Ory Cloud, make sure you've saved the changes in the Ory Console or applied them via CLI. 4. If you're using a local instance, restart your Ory Kratos service after making changes to the configuration file. 5. Double-check that you're not accidentally including any query parameters or fragments in your return_to URL when making the request. The base URL should match exactly. 6. Verify that you're using the correct protocol (http vs https) in both your request and your whitelist. If you've confirmed all of these points and are still seeing the error, there might be a caching issue or a problem with how the configuration is being applied. In this case, you might want to: 1. Clear any caches if you're using them. 2. Double-check your Ory project settings to ensure the changes have been properly saved and propagated. 3. If you're using Ory Cloud, you could try updating the configuration again, even if you haven't changed anything, to trigger a refresh. If the problem persists after trying these steps, it would be advisable to contact Ory support directly, as there might be a specific issue with your project configuration that requires their attention. Remember, for security reasons, Ory is very strict about redirect URLs. This is to prevent potential security vulnerabilities like open redirects. Always ensure your whitelist is as specific as possible while still meeting your application's needs.