Admin Overview

Welcome to the Admin section of the TideCloak documentation. This overview will guide you through the core administrative tasks involved in managing your TideCloak environment.

License Management

In this section, you will learn how to manage licenses within TideCloak. Proper license management is crucial for maintaining control over who can access your TideCloak-protected resources.

For detailed steps on how to manage licenses, please refer to the License Management guide.

TideCloak Identity Provider (IDP) Setup

TideCloak can act as an Identity Provider (IDP) within your organization. This setup allows for centralized user authentication and authorization across multiple applications.

To learn how to configure TideCloak as an IDP, please see the TideCloak IDP Setup guide.

Authorization Flow with TideCloak

The Authorization Code Flow is a widely used OAuth 2.0 flow, primarily designed for server-side applications where the server can securely store a client secret. This flow involves directing the user to an Authorization Server to obtain an authorization code, which is then exchanged for tokens granting access to protected resources.

TideCloak enhances this flow by incorporating decentralized key management , providing additional layers of authentication , authority , and ownership throughout the process. This decentralized approach ensures that sensitive keys are never stored in a single location, significantly increasing security and reducing the risk of unauthorized access.

For more details and a comprehensive diagram, please refer to the Authorization Flow with TideCloak guide.