Authentication and Access Control

This guide covers the authentication mechanisms and access controls available in Context7, including API key handling and enterprise identity features.

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API Key Security

• API keys use cryptographic random generation
• Keys are hashed and encrypted in our database
• Keys can be rotated at any time from your dashboard
• Rate limiting prevents abuse and unauthorized access

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Enterprise SSO

Single Sign-On (SSO) is available for Enterprise plans.

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Supported SSO Providers

• SAML 2.0
• OAuth 2.0
• OpenID Connect (OIDC)

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Enterprise Features

• Centralized user management
• Teamspace access controls
• Audit logs for compliance
• Custom authentication policies

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Setup Guides

For step-by-step configuration on self-hosted deployments, see:

• Microsoft Entra ID (SSO) — wire up Entra ID sign-in for an On-Premise instance
• Microsoft Entra ID — proxy the Context7 MCP server through Azure APIM with Entra authentication

Contact our sales team at context7.com/contact for Enterprise plan details.