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SAML

Security Assertions Markup Language

In plain language

The standard that lets one sign-in unlock many apps, by passing a signed confirmation of who you are.

The metaphor

Like a stamped visitor pass issued at the front gate: every office inside accepts it without asking you to prove yourself again.

Going deeper

How it works

  • You sign in at your identity provider.
  • It hands the app a signed message saying who you are.
  • The app trusts the message and lets you in.
  • It is what sits behind most single sign-on buttons at work.

How WILDCARD handles it

Password Manager supports SSO for apps that need it, and Cloud covers the sign-in side of your workspace.

In practice
  • A firm signs into its payroll tool with the work login.
  • A clinic connects its scheduling tool to its Microsoft login.
  • A company turns on SSO for its project software.

A question owners ask

Do I need to understand SAML?

No. You only need to know whether the app supports sign-in with your work account.

Where WILDCARD handles this
Password
Manager
  • Encrypted team vaults
  • Strong passwords, health reports
  • Setup and training included
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Cloud
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