Authentication Methods
| Method | Description | Status |
|---|---|---|
| Microsoft Entra ID | Enterprise SSO based on Azure AD | Supported |
| Email/Password | Default sign-in form | Supported |
| LDAP | LDAP directory service integration | Supported |
| Google Workspace | Google enterprise account | Available when configured by admin |
| GitHub | GitHub account integration | Available when configured by admin |
| OIDC/OAuth 2.0 | Other IdP integrations | Available when configured by admin |
The available sign-in methods depend on admin configuration. If a method isn’t shown on the sign-in screen, contact your IT admin.
OAuth sign-in options (Microsoft, Google, GitHub, etc.) only appear on the sign-in screen if the admin has configured the corresponding provider via environment variables.
How to Sign In
- SSO (Microsoft)
- Email / Password
- LDAP
The recommended sign-in method for enterprise environments using Microsoft Entra ID (Azure AD). Sign in with your corporate account — no separate account creation needed.Benefits of SSO:
Click the SSO button
Click the “Continue with Microsoft” button at the bottom of the sign-in screen.
Authenticate with Microsoft
You’ll be redirected to the Microsoft sign-in page. Enter your corporate email and password, or pick an account that’s already signed in to the browser.
- No separate account creation needed
- Corporate password policies apply automatically
- MFA and other corporate security policies carry over
- Organization information syncs automatically
Creating a New Account
You can create your own account only if the admin has enabled new sign-ups. If it’s disabled, contact your IT admin to request an account.
Go to the sign-up page
Click the “Don’t have an account? Sign up” link at the bottom of the sign-in screen.
Enter your information
Fill in:
- Name: Display name (real name recommended)
- Email: Email address used for sign-in
-
Password: Password

Check password requirements
The password must meet all of the following:
- Minimum 8 characters
- At least 1 uppercase letter
- At least 1 lowercase letter
- At least 1 number
Sign Out
Troubleshooting
The SSO button doesn't appear
The SSO button doesn't appear
I get an 'Invalid credentials' error
I get an 'Invalid credentials' error
Your email or password is wrong. Check:
- Email typos (case-insensitive)
- Caps Lock state
- If you forgot your password, ask the admin to reset it
I see "You do not have permission to access this resource"
I see "You do not have permission to access this resource"
This appears when the admin requires approval after sign-up and your account is in
pending state. Contact the IT admin to activate your account.Permission error after Microsoft sign-in
Permission error after Microsoft sign-in
Occurs when Cloosphere hasn’t been granted access in Microsoft Entra ID. Ask your IT admin to verify:
- Cloosphere is registered as an app in Azure AD
- Your user or group has app access permission
- Required API permissions (User.Read, etc.) are consented
Blank screen after sign-in
Blank screen after sign-in
This may be a browser cache issue:
- Clear browser cache (
Ctrl + Shift + Delete) - Hard refresh (
Ctrl + Shift + R) - Try in private/incognito mode
- If the issue persists, contact the IT admin


