What is OIDC?
OpenID Connect
It is a standard protocol that securely verifies your identity when logging into different sites.
Overview
It is a technology that allows you to log in with your Google or Apple account instead of creating a separate password for each site on the internet. OIDC ensures that the site securely understands who you are, but does not give your password to that site.
How it works
When you press the login button, the app redirects you to a trusted identity provider (like Google). Once you confirm there, the provider sends a digital document to the app saying 'this is really the person'.
Where it is used
It is used in web applications, mobile login screens and enterprise software systems.
Commonly confused with
It is confused with SSO (Single Sign-On); SSO is a general concept, while OIDC is the technical protocol that does this job.
Frequently asked questions
Do I share my password with other sites?
No, only a digital confirmation that your identity has been verified is shared.
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