> ## Documentation Index
> Fetch the complete documentation index at: https://docs.mogalts.win/llms.txt
> Use this file to discover all available pages before exploring further.

# Which Login Method?

> Compare token vs cookie login methods

## Quick Comparison

| Method                 | Versions               | Setup                            | Lifetime |
| ---------------------- | ---------------------- | -------------------------------- | -------- |
| **Token · SchubiAuth** | 1.8.9 only             | One jar in mods folder           | Hours    |
| **Token · TokenLogin** | Fabric 1.19+           | Fabric + one jar                 | Hours    |
| **Cookie · Built-in**  | Any (client-dependent) | Paste into client's Accounts UI  | Days     |
| **Cookie · Browser**   | Any                    | Browser extension, minecraft.net | Days     |

## Rule of Thumb

<Tip>
  Start with [cookie login](/login/cookies). That's what we deliver. Token mods are optional if you still have a token.
</Tip>

## When to Use Tokens

* You're on 1.8.9 with SchubiAuth already installed
* You need to switch accounts quickly mid-session
* The cookie hasn't been set up yet and you just want to test

## When to Use Cookies

* You want the login to last days instead of hours
* Your client has native cookie support (Rise, etc.)
* You're on any Minecraft version
* You want to avoid installing extra mods