Can you recommend a SAML 2.0 Identity Provider for test?

Question

I\'m implementing a SAML 2.0 Service Provider and need to install a SAML 2.0 Identity Provider for testing. Given this need, the Identity Provider should ideally be free (or hav

Answer 1

Instead of installing and configuring an IdP you can use a hosted test platform such as TestShib or OpenIdP. Both work along the same lines but OpenIdP requires you to register.

1. Generate your SAML metadata XML file.
2. Register your SP with the IdP by uploading your metadata XML file.
3. Register the IdP with your SP by downloading their metadata XML file.