Authentication FAQ
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What is an authentication plugin?
An authentication plugin is a method of handling user authentication i.e. enabling certain people to login to your Moodle site.
How do I set up LDAP authentication?
See LDAP authentication for full instructions.
How is the "No login" authentication plugin used?
The No login authentication plugin can be used to suspend particular user accounts. To do so:
- Access the user's profile page.
- Click the edit profile tab.
- Select "No login" as the authentication method. (If the setting isn't shown, click the "Show advanced" button to reveal it.)
- Click the "Update profile" button at the bottom of the page.
How can I create an authentication plugin?
See Development:Authentication plugins.
See also
- Using Moodle User authentication forum
