snowflakedb / snowflakedb/snowflake-connector-python
SNOW-3168502: Add auto-closing for web browser authentication windows
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Since Feb 27, 2026.
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Description
What is the current behavior?
When using authenticator='externalbrowser' with snowflake-connector-python, the connector opens a browser window for SSO authentication. After successful login, a success page is displayed, but the browser window remains open and must be closed manually by the user.
What is the desired behavior?
After successful authentication, the browser window should automatically attempt to close itself.
How would this improve snowflake-connector-python?
How would this improve snowflake-connector-python?
• Improves user experience in CLI and developer workflows
• Reduces friction during repeated authentication
• Prevents accumulation of unnecessary browser windows
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