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OpenLDAP vs Microsoft Entra ID: catalog facts
OpenLDAP	Microsoft Entra ID
Free Free, open-source software developed by the OpenLDAP community.	Paid Subscription service with a free trial.
Linux, Self-hosted, Command line	Web
Full LDAP server plus client libraries and command-line tools Separate feature and long-term support release series	Central cloud directory for user accounts Single sign-on to applications
No graphical management interface included Configuration and schema design take real LDAP knowledge	Cloud-only, tied to Microsoft's platform Aimed at organisations rather than individuals
Downloadable app, Self-hosted	Hosted service
Open source	Closed source
License not stated	License not stated
No account needed	Account needed
Not stated if it works offline	Needs internet
Official website Full listing and sources Checked September 23, 2026	Official website Full listing and sources Checked September 23, 2026

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