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Microsoft Entra ID (Azure Active Directory) Authentication

Microsoft Entra ID (formerly Azure Active Directory) is a Single Sign-On (SSO) provider supported by SyncNow. This integration allows users to log in using their Microsoft Entra ID credentials, streamlining authentication and enhancing security for your organization.

🚪 SSO Login Process with Entra ID

To log in using Entra ID, users should:

  1. Navigate to the Identity Provider Selection

    • On the login screen, click the Select Identity Provider link at the bottom.
    • Or go directly to: <syncnowserver>/account/select-idp

  2. Select Entra ID as the SSO Provider

    • Choose Microsoft Entra ID from the list of available SSO providers.
    • Enter your Microsoft credentials when prompted.
SSO Login

⚙️ Setting Up Entra ID Authentication

To configure Entra ID as an authentication provider in SyncNow, follow these steps:

  1. Create a New Entra ID Enterprise Application

    • Log in to the Azure portal.
    • Go to Azure Active Directory → Enterprise applications.
    • Click New application → Create your own application.
    • Name the application and select Integrate any other application you don't find in the gallery (Non-gallery).

  2. Configure Permissions

    • Assign users and groups who should have access to this application.
    • In the enterprise app, go to Users and groups and add the necessary users/groups.

  3. Copy Tenant ID and Client ID

    • In the app's Overview page, copy the Tenant ID and Application (client) ID.
    • You will need these for SyncNow configuration.

  4. Configure SyncNow with Entra ID

    • In SyncNow, go to Authentication Providers.
    • Enable Entra ID authentication by toggling the switch.
    • Click on Microsoft Entra ID and enter the Tenant ID and Client ID from Azure.

  5. Validate the Connection

    • Click Validate to test the connection.
    • If successful, Entra ID authentication will be enabled for your users.
Entra ID Configuration

🛠️ Managing Entra ID Authentication

Administrators can manage Entra ID authentication from the Authentication Providers page:

  • Enable/Disable Entra ID Authentication
    Use the toggle switch to enable or disable Entra ID as needed.

  • Edit Connection Details
    Click Edit to update the Tenant ID or Client ID if changes are required.

  • Validate Connection
    After making changes, use Validate to ensure the settings are correct and functional.

Tip:
Using Entra ID (Azure AD) SSO improves security, simplifies user management, and supports advanced features like multi-factor authentication and conditional access.