How to integrate with WiKey

Integrating robust identity and access management (IAM) solutions is crucial for securing user data and simplifying authentication processes.
WiKey excels in providing seamless integration through widely accepted standards like SAML (Security Assertion Markup Language) and FIDO (Fast Identity Online).
Here’s how easy it is to integrate WiKey into your existing systems using these protocols.

SAML Integration

SAML is a widely adopted protocol for single sign-on (SSO), allowing users to authenticate once and gain access to multiple applications securely.
Integrating WiKey using SAML is straightforward and involves the following steps:
1. Begin by configuring your Identity Provider (IdP) settings in WiKey.
This includes specifying the SAML endpoints and metadata required for secure communication between your service and WiKey
2. Exchange metadata files between WiKey and your service provider. This step ensures that both entities can recognize and trust each other, enabling secure SSO operations.
3. Conduct initial tests to verify the integration. Ensure that users can authenticate via WiKey and gain access to your applications without any issues.
4. Once testing is successful, deploy the integration in your production environment.
WiKey’s user-friendly interface and detailed documentation facilitate a smooth transition.

FIDO Integration


WiKey supports FIDO2, making it easy to implement passwordless authentication.
Here’s how to integrate WiKey.io using FIDO:
1. Users need to enroll their Android or iPhone mobile phones, with WiKey. This process is simple and involves downloading the WiKey app and registering the user.
2. Utilize FIDO2 standard protocol to integrate FIDO2 authentication into your application. The protocol handles the communication between the user's device and your application, ensuring secure authentication.
3. Implement the necessary code in your application to prompt users for FIDO2 authentication. WiKey can supply this code or you can supply it by yourself.
4. Test the FIDO2 integration to ensure it works seamlessly across different devices and platforms.
Once verified, deploy the integration live.

Benefits

Both SAML and FIDO provide robust security mechanisms that protect against common threats like phishing and credential stuffing.
User Convenience: Single sign-on and passwordless authentication improve user experience by simplifying the login process.
Scalability: WiKey’s solutions are designed to scale, accommodating growing user bases without compromising performance.
Compliance: Adhering to standards like SAML and FIDO helps in meeting regulatory and compliance requirements.
Integrating WiKey through SAML or FIDO is a straightforward process that significantly enhances security and user convenience.