Connected Apps

Question 1

What is connected app?

Answer 1

external application to integrate with Salesforce using APIs and standard protocols, such as SAML, OAuth, and OpenID Connect. they can authenticate, authorize and provide SSO for external apps.

Question 2

Connected app use cases high level

Answer 2

1. Access SF data with API integration
2. When SF acts as an identity provider for a service provider - use SAML or OpenID connect
3. Manage access to third-party apps - who can access which app
4. Provide Authorization for External API Gateways