600 XP

Use service principal authentication in custom connectors

Intermediate
App Maker
Developer
Microsoft Power Platform
Power Automate

Custom connectors in the Power Platform offer support for service principal (SPN) authentication. This ensures that flows using this connector aren't disrupted if the individual who normally uses it leaves the organization or if their account is deactivated.

Learning objectives

This module explains how to:

  • Create a custom connector.
  • Create an app registration.
  • Test a connector with a service principal.
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Prerequisites

  • Microsoft 365 developer tenant
  • A Power Automate license and environment