AWS Identity and Access Management (IAM)
Securely manage access to AWS services and resources.
Overview
AWS Identity and Access Management (IAM) is a web service that helps you securely control access to AWS resources. You use IAM to control who is authenticated (signed in) and authorized (has permissions) to use resources. IAM allows you to create and manage AWS users and groups, and use permissions to allow and deny their access to AWS resources.
✨ Key Features
- Fine-grained access control
- Multi-factor authentication (MFA)
- IAM Roles for temporary credentials
- Permissions guardrails with Service Control Policies (SCPs)
- Attribute-based access control (ABAC)
- IAM Access Analyzer
🎯 Key Differentiators
- Deep integration with all AWS services
- No additional cost
- Highly granular permission controls
Unique Value: Provides centralized, fine-grained access control across all AWS resources at no additional cost.
🎯 Use Cases (4)
✅ Best For
- Implementing least privilege access for users and applications
- Securing the root user account with MFA
- Centralizing access management across multiple AWS accounts
💡 Check With Vendor
Verify these considerations match your specific requirements:
- Managing application-level user authentication (better suited for Amazon Cognito)
🏆 Alternatives
Unlike third-party identity providers, IAM is natively integrated into the AWS ecosystem, offering unparalleled control and specificity for AWS resources.
💻 Platforms
🔌 Integrations
🛟 Support Options
- ✓ Email Support
- ✓ Live Chat
- ✓ Phone Support
- ✓ Dedicated Support (Business, Enterprise tier)
🔒 Compliance & Security
💰 Pricing
Free tier: IAM is a feature of your AWS account offered at no additional charge.
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