Choose a connection type for Azure AD

Created by Joakim Karlsson, Modified on Mon, 9 Feb at 1:01 PM by Joakim Karlsson

There are three ways to connect the Collegial platform to Microsoft Azure Active Directory. Review the options to determine the best approach for your situation.


The table below illustrates the main differences in the three connection types. Review these capabilities to determine the best connection type for your organization.


Connection type“Native” Azure ADEnterprise OIDCSAML
ProtocolOAuth authorization code flowOAuth implicit flow OR OAuth authorization code flowSAML
Can it provide optional claims from Azure AD?NoYesYes
Federated logout support (“Single Logout” or SLO)YesNoYes
Provides AD GroupsYes, friendly namesYes, object IDsYes, object IDs
Provides Extended ProfileYesNoNo


We recommend starting with the native Microsoft Azure AD connection. If you need further customization, review the SAML connection configuration. Also, if your organization has additional restrictions on OAuth code flows, review the Enterprise OIDC configuration.


To learn more, read specific integration guides:

Set up an SAML integration

Set up an Enterprise OIDC integration 

Set up a Microsoft Azure AD integration




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