Enterprise SSO Authentication
Enterprise Single Sign-On (SSO) integration enables you to manage Netdata Cloud access through your existing identity management solution. This simplifies user authentication and improves security through centralized access control.
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Enterprise SSO handles authentication only. You must configure user and role management separately within Netdata Cloud.
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Prerequisites
| Requirement | Details |
|---|---|
| SSO Provider | Must be supported by Netdata |
| Account Status | Active Netdata Cloud account |
| Subscription | Paid plan |
| Access Level | Space Administrator permissions |
Setup
Netdata Cloud Configuration
To configure SSO in your Netdata Cloud space:
- Navigate to Space Settings (⚙️) on the left sidebar below the spaces list
- Select User Management → Authentication & Authorization
- Locate your desired SSO integration
- Click "Configure" and fill in the required integration attributes
Domain Verification
Domain verification is required to establish secure SSO connectivity:
Access the DNS TXT record:
- Go to Space Settings → User Management → Authentication & Authorization
- Click "DNS TXT record" button to reveal verification code
Add DNS Record:
- Log into your domain provider's DNS management
- Create a new TXT record with these specifications:
| Field | Value |
|---|---|
| Value/Answer/Description | "netdata-verification=[VERIFICATION CODE]" |
| Name/Host/Alias | Leave blank or use @ for subdomain |
| TTL (Time to Live) | 86400 (or use provider default) |
SSO Provider Configuration
Consult your provider's documentation for detailed instructions.
How to Authenticate
Click on the link Sign-in with an Enterprise Single Sign-On (SSO) and follow the instructions. If you're not authenticated on the Enterprise SSO tool, you'll be prompted to authenticate there first before being allowed to proceed to Netdata Cloud.