Microsoft Entra ID
Secure access for a connected world.
Overview
Microsoft Entra ID (formerly Azure Active Directory) is an enterprise identity service that provides single sign-on, multi-factor authentication, and conditional access to guard against 99.9 percent of cybersecurity attacks. It is the backbone of the Microsoft 365 ecosystem and provides a comprehensive solution for managing user identities and access to applications in the cloud and on-premises.
✨ Key Features
- Single Sign-On (SSO)
- Multi-Factor Authentication (MFA)
- Conditional Access
- Identity Protection
- Privileged Identity Management (PIM)
- B2B and B2C collaboration
🎯 Key Differentiators
- Deep integration with Microsoft 365 and Azure.
- Advanced security features like Identity Protection and Conditional Access.
- Comprehensive solution for hybrid environments.
Unique Value: Provides a unified identity and access management solution that is deeply integrated with the Microsoft ecosystem, offering advanced security and management capabilities.
🎯 Use Cases (4)
✅ Best For
- Organizations heavily invested in the Microsoft ecosystem.
- Implementing a zero-trust security model.
- Managing access for a hybrid workforce.
💡 Check With Vendor
Verify these considerations match your specific requirements:
- Organizations with a strong preference for non-Microsoft products.
🏆 Alternatives
Offers tighter integration and a more seamless experience for organizations using Microsoft products.
💻 Platforms
🔌 Integrations
🛟 Support Options
- ✓ Email Support
- ✓ Live Chat
- ✓ Phone Support
- ✓ Dedicated Support (Azure Support Plans tier)
🔒 Compliance & Security
💰 Pricing
✓ 30-day free trial
Free tier: 50,000 monthly active users for external identities.
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