Login Methods
USP supports three authentication methods for two distinct entities:
- Users: Administrators who log in to the USP Admin UI and USP REST API.
- Accounts: Business partners that authenticate to transfer files.
The following table shows which authentication methods are available for each entity type:
| Method | Description | Users | Accounts |
|---|---|---|---|
| Standard Authentication | Username and password stored and managed in USP; no external identity provider required. | ||
| LDAP Authentication | Authentication against an external LDAP directory for centralized management (Users support JIT provisioning and role mapping). | ||
| Single Sign-On (SSO) | Authentication via an external IdP using SAML or OIDC / OAuth 2.0; supports multiple providers, JIT provisioning, and role mapping (Users only). |