What are identity providers (IdPs) responsible for in ForgeRock?

Identity providers (IdPs) play a critical role in the ForgeRock ecosystem by being responsible for authenticating users and providing identity information. This process involves validating user credentials, typically through methods such as usernames and passwords, multi-factor authentication, or other secure mechanisms. Once a user is authenticated, the IdP also supplies essential identity details, which can include attributes such as the user’s name, email, roles, and any other relevant information. This information is vital for enabling secure access to applications, services, and systems managed within the ForgeRock platform. By centralizing authentication and identity management, IdPs help streamline user access while ensuring security and compliance with various policies and regulations.