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OpenLDAP

The world's premier open-source implementation of the Lightweight Directory Access Protocol (LDAP).

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LicenseOpenLDAP
GitHub stars1.5k
Last commit1 weeks ago
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User Directory ServerHierarchical IdentityDevopsOpenldap ServerLdap Directory Service
Overview

Why consider OpenLDAP?

OpenLDAP is the open-source implementation of the Lightweight Directory Access Protocol (LDAP) written in C by the OpenLDAP Foundation. Serving as the backbone of enterprise identity, OpenLDAP provides hierarchical user storage, access control policies, and Kerberos/SASL authentication.

Guided learning

Learn OpenLDAP by building

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

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Overview of OpenLDAP

OpenLDAP authenticates enterprise users and workstations across centralized corporate directories.

Quickstart

bash
1# Deploy slapd daemon
2sudo apt-get install slapd ldap-utils
3sudo dpkg-reconfigure slapd

OpenLDAP is licensed under the OpenLDAP Public License.

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OpenLDAP FAQs

OpenLDAP is listed as a Security 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 and official website for supported installation and deployment instructions. Test the setup with representative data or a small project before rolling it out more widely.

OpenLDAP is listed under the OpenLDAP 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.

OpenLDAP is listed as an alternative to Oracle Directory. Compare the core workflow, deployment model, integrations, and licensing against your must-have requirements before switching.