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# Synchronization

> Configure synchronization between PingIDM and other resources.

Synchronizing identity data between resources is one of the core services of PingIDM (IDM). In this guide, you will learn about the different types of synchronization, and how to configure the flexible synchronization mechanism. This guide is written for systems integrators building solutions based on PingIDM services.

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#### [Synchronization overview](sync-overview.html)

Understand synchronization types and configuration.

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#### [Mappings](mappings.html)

Map data between resources.

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#### [Situations and actions](chap-situations-actions.html)

Learn about synchronization situations and how to configure actions for each.

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#### [Filter synchronization data](chap-restricting-sync.html)

Use filtering mechanisms to limit the synchronized data.

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#### [Implicit sync and liveSync](chap-implicit-live-sync.html)

Configure automatic synchronization between resources.

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#### [Reconciliation performance](chap-performance.html)

Learn about ways to improve reconciliation performance.

## Name changes for ForgeRock products

Product names changed when ForgeRock became part of Ping Identity.

The following name changes have been in effect since early 2024:

| Old name                      | New name                        |
| ----------------------------- | ------------------------------- |
| ForgeRock Identity Cloud      | PingOne Advanced Identity Cloud |
| ForgeRock Access Management   | PingAM                          |
| ForgeRock Directory Services  | PingDS                          |
| ForgeRock Identity Management | PingIDM                         |
| ForgeRock Identity Gateway    | PingGateway                     |

Learn more about the name changes in [New names for ForgeRock products](https://backstage.forgerock.com/knowledge/kb/article/a64386714) in the Knowledge Base.