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title: SAML 2.0
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# SAML 2.0

These topics cover concepts, configuration, and usage procedures for working with the Security Assertion Markup Language (SAML) 2.0 features provided by PingAM.

They are intended for anyone using PingAM for SAML 2.0 identity and SPs, or using the Fedlet as a SAML 2.0 SP.

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#### [About SAML 2.0](saml2-introduction.html)

Learn how AM servers support SAML 2.0.

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#### [Configure SAML 2.0](saml2-configuration.html)

Configure AM's SAML 2.0 support by using the AM admin UI.

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#### [Configure single sign-on](saml2-sso-slo.html)

Enable SAML 2.0 single sign-on (SSO) and single logout (SLO).

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#### [Federate identities](saml2-linking-accounts.html)

Learn how to link identities, either permanently or temporarily.

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#### [SAML 2.0 in Java apps](saml2-implementation-fedlet.html)

Learn how to use the AM *Fedlet*.

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#### [SAML 2.0 Secure Attribute Exchange](saml2-sae.html)

Deploy AM as a SAML 2.0 gateway to a legacy IdP.