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How to Create Client Secrets

This guide provides step-by-step instructions for Azure application owners to create client secrets using Resource Admin. Client secrets are essential for ensuring secure and authenticated access to your Azure applications.

Prerequisites​

  • Access to the Resource Admin portal.
  • Permission to manage the relevant Azure application.

Steps to Create Client Secrets​

1. Log in to Resource Admin​

  1. Open the Resource Admin portal.
  2. Enter your credentials and log in.

2. Navigate to Applications​

  1. From the Resource Type menu, select Applications.
  2. Search for the Azure application you want to manage.

3. Access the Application Overview​

  1. Click the Friendly Name link for the desired application.
  2. You will be directed to the Overview page for the application.

4. Add a Client Secret​

  1. On the Overview page, click Client Secrets.
  2. Click Add Client Secret. This opens the Create Azure Application Client Secret form.

5. Enter Client Secret Details​

  1. Fill in the following fields:

    • Secret Name: Enter a name for the secret.
    • Secret Description: Provide a brief description of the secret.
    • Secret Expiration: Select an expiration date for the secret.
    • Select Location: Choose a location from the EmpowerID Location tree.
    • Vault this Credential: Select this option to store the secret securely in EmpowerID.
    • Enable Sharing for this Credential: Select this option to allow others to request access to the secret. If not selected, users will not be able to view or interact with the secret.
    • Client Secret Owner: Search for and select an EmpowerID person as the secret owner. This is for internal purposes in EmpowerID.
    • Pre-approve Access for Owner: Select this option to grant the owner access without requiring further approval.

  2. Click Next to proceed.

6. Review and Complete​

  1. Review the entered information.
  2. Click Submit to create the client secret.
  3. Copy the client secret that appears and store it in a safe location. This is the only time the secret will be visible.

7. Exit or Continue​

  1. Click Submit to close the wizard.
  2. You can choose to perform other application-related actions or exit the portal.

Note: Ensure that you store the client secret securely. Once created, it cannot be retrieved again. For further assistance, contact your system administrator or consult the Resource Admin documentation.