What are identity providers and how do they work?

What are identity providers and how do they work?

Identity providers (IdPs) are services that create, maintain, and manage identity information for users. They authenticate users and provide access to various applications.

Can you give me examples of popular identity providers?

Sure! Some popular identity providers include Google, Facebook, Microsoft Azure Active Directory, and Okta.

How do identity providers enhance security?

They enhance security by centralizing authentication, reducing password fatigue, and enabling multi-factor authentication.

What is the difference between an identity provider and an authentication provider?

An identity provider manages user identities and provides authentication, while an authentication provider focuses solely on verifying user credentials.