IdP (Identity Provider)

An Identity Provider (IdP) is a service that authenticates users and manages their identities online. When you log into a website or app using credentials from another service, like Google or Facebook, that service acts as the IdP. It verifies who you are (your identity) and shares that information with the website you’re trying to access. This streamlines the login process, allowing you to use a single set of credentials across multiple platforms, while helping to protect your personal information and enhance security.