Amazon Cognito
Amazon Cognito is a fully managed AWS service that provides authentication, authorization, and user management for web and mobile applications. It handles user sign-up, sign-in, and access control, integrating with identity providers like social media platforms and enterprise directories. Developers can use it to secure applications without building custom authentication systems.
Developers should use Amazon Cognito when building applications that require secure user authentication and authorization, such as SaaS platforms, mobile apps, or enterprise solutions. It's particularly valuable for handling complex identity workflows, multi-factor authentication, and compliance with security standards like OAuth 2.0 and OpenID Connect, reducing development time and infrastructure management.