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node-saml

The de facto SAML 2.0 implementation for Node.js applications with cryptographic signing.

LicenseMIT
GitHub stars1.5k
Last commit6 days ago
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Enterprise Sso ToolkitSaml 20 NodejsSaml Assertion VerifierSecurityNode Saml Lib
Overview

Why consider node-saml?

node-saml is an open-source SAML 2.0 library for Node.js written in TypeScript. node-saml generates signed XML authorization requests, verifies SAML assertions from identity providers (IdPs), extracts user attributes, and handles single logout (SLO) with RSA-SHA256 signature verification.

Guided learning

Learn node-saml by building

Practical setup notes, real use cases, and copy-ready examples in one focused guide.

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Overview of node-saml

node-saml parses and verifies SAML 2.0 assertions from corporate identity providers.

Quickstart

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1npm install @node-saml/node-saml

node-saml is licensed under the permissive MIT License.

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node-saml FAQs

node-saml is listed as a Business tool on TiloBox. Review the overview, features, and official documentation on this page to decide whether it solves your specific workflow.

Start with the project's GitHub repository for supported installation and deployment instructions. Test the setup with representative data or a small project before rolling it out more widely.

node-saml is listed under the MIT license. Read the complete license text and the project's notices before using, modifying, or distributing the software.

Production readiness depends on your requirements. Review maintenance activity, security practices, documentation, backup and upgrade procedures, and compatibility with your stack; then validate it in a non-production environment.

node-saml is listed as an alternative to Okta SAML. Compare the core workflow, deployment model, integrations, and licensing against your must-have requirements before switching.