OpenID Authentication

This generic provider works with all OpenID Connect (OIDC) services which are compatible with the OpenID specification. The service has to support the URL /.well-known/openid-configuration.

OpenID can be used with, e.g. Ping Identity.

Configure the OpenID Connect service

The following settings depend on the service:

  • Set a redirect URL: https://<your-server:port>/login/openid
  • Note the Client ID and Client Secret
  • Response Type: Code
  • Grant Type: Authorization Code
  • Token auth method: Client Secret Post

Settings

  • Base URL: https://<service-base-url> → which has provides the well known URI: https://<service-base-url>/.well-known/openid-configuration
  • Client ID and Client Secret from your service
  • Color and icon are optional to customize the visual appearance