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Understand SAML

Understand SAML

SAML is the language enterprise applications speak to know "who is logging in". Choose the level of detail that suits you.

3 minutes

The essentials, no jargon

The three actors, the five steps of a login, and what makes it all safe. Ideal for getting started.

In detail

How it really works

Metadata, messages, signatures, checks to perform on the application side, security.

Troubleshooting

Not working?

The most common errors, what they mean and how to fix them.

Reference

Glossary

Technical terms (ACS, Entity ID, NameID, binding…) explained simply.

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