Microsoft Entra ID: Key Features and Capabilities
Explore the comprehensive suite of features that make Microsoft Entra ID a leading identity and access management solution.
Core Identity Management
Microsoft Entra ID (formerly Azure Active Directory) provides robust capabilities for managing identities and controlling access to your resources.
Identity and Access Management (IAM)
Centralize the management of user identities, groups, and their access permissions across cloud and on-premises applications. Leverage single sign-on (SSO) for seamless user experiences.
Multi-Factor Authentication (MFA)
Enhance security by requiring users to provide multiple forms of verification before granting access. Supports a wide range of authentication methods including apps, SMS, and hardware tokens.
Conditional Access Policies
Implement granular access controls based on conditions such as user location, device compliance, application, and real-time risk detection. Ensure only authorized access under the right circumstances.
Application Integration and Management
Connect and secure access to a vast ecosystem of applications, from Microsoft services to third-party SaaS applications.
Single Sign-On (SSO)
Enable users to sign in once and access multiple applications without re-entering credentials. Supports SAML, OAuth 2.0, OpenID Connect, and password vaulting.
Application Proxy
Securely provide remote access to on-premises web applications without the need for a VPN. Entra ID Application Proxy acts as a gateway, controlling access and providing pre-authentication.
Enterprise Application Gallery
Quickly deploy and configure SSO and user provisioning for thousands of pre-integrated SaaS applications directly from the Entra ID gallery.
Advanced Security and Governance
Go beyond basic identity management with advanced security features and robust governance tools.
Identity Protection
Leverage machine learning and risk-based policies to detect and respond to potential vulnerabilities in user identities and sign-in behaviors. Automate remediation actions.
Privileged Identity Management (PIM)
Manage, control, and monitor access to important resources. PIM provides just-in-time (JIT) privileged access to Azure resources and Entra ID, reducing standing access risks.
Access Reviews
Systematically review and audit access rights to applications and groups. Ensure that only necessary permissions are granted and regularly recertify access for compliance and security.
Hybrid Identity Solutions
Seamlessly integrate on-premises Active Directory with Entra ID for a unified identity management experience across your hybrid environment.
Developer Resources
Integrate Entra ID capabilities into your custom applications and services.
Microsoft Graph API
Access and integrate with Entra ID data and services programmatically through a unified API endpoint, Microsoft Graph. Build custom solutions and automate tasks.
Authentication Libraries
Utilize SDKs and libraries for various programming languages and platforms to easily implement authentication and authorization flows.
For detailed information on each feature and how to implement them, please refer to the relevant sections of the API Reference and other articles.