AWS Bites 57. Cognito User Pools vs. Identity Pools
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Nov 4, 2022 Confused about Amazon Cognito? This discussion breaks down the key differences between User Pools and Identity Pools. User Pools act as identity providers, while Identity Pools serve as credential brokers. Real-world applications, like e-commerce, illustrate how these tools enhance user authentication and API security. The episode also touches on practical use cases and the benefits of AWS Amplify for seamless integration. Perfect for developers looking to simplify authentication in their apps!
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User Pools vs. Identity Pools
- User pools offer authentication, user data storage, and sign-up/login flows.
- Identity pools (Federated Identities) handle authorization and credential exchange.
Combining User Pools and Identity Pools
- Identity pools exchange tokens from providers for IAM credentials.
- Combine user pools (as an identity provider) with identity pools for IAM access.
E-commerce Example
- An e-commerce site uses user pools to store user data and login information.
- Identity pools provide IAM credentials for real-time user activity tracking in Kinesis.