Expose a way to force reauthentication during the OAuth flow

[franciscodelgadodev]

Idea

Expose a way for applications to require users to log in to Etsy again during the OAuth authorization flow, similar to OpenID Connect's prompt=login parameter.

Use case

Our users at https://getvela.com/ often need to connect a different Etsy account while they are already logged into Etsy with another account.

This is a recurring source of confusion because Etsy automatically uses the account that is already logged in, which can result in users accidentally authorizing the wrong account. We receive requests about this scenario multiple times per week.

Supporting prompt=login, or an equivalent parameter, would allow third-party applications to send users through the Etsy login screen again when needed, making it easier and safer for users who manage multiple Etsy accounts.

[Gareth064]

I support this idea. I have to explain to customers to logout out of the other shop first before looking and they can never understand why Sent from Outlook for Android<https://aka.ms/AAb9ysg>

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