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iSpring Learn LMS SAML Single Sign-On (SSO) | Login using Joomla into iSpring Learn LMS SSO


Single Sign-On in iSpring using Joomla IDP allows users to log in to iSpring using Joomla by configuring iSpring as a Service Provider (SP) and Joomla as a SAML Identity Provider (IDP). This guide will take you through a step-by-step process to configure SSO between the two platforms.

What is iSpring?
iSpring is a suite of e-learning authoring tools designed to create interactive and engaging online courses and presentations. It includes software applications for creating multimedia-rich content, quizzes, assessments, and simulations. iSpring integrates with PowerPoint, allowing users to convert presentations into interactive e-learning courses easily. Key features of iSpring include a content library, SCORM and xAPI compliance, video narrations, mobile-friendly output, and integration with learning management systems (LMS). iSpring is used by educators, trainers, and instructional designers to develop and deliver effective e-learning content for various educational and corporate training purposes.

Pre-requisites: Download And Installation

Install Joomla IDP Plugin

  • Download the zip file for the miniOrange Joomla IDP plugin.
  • Log into your Joomla site’s administrator console.
  • From left toggle menu, click on System, then under Install section click on Extensions.
  • iSpring SP with Joomla IDP - Joomla Extensions
  • Upload the downloaded zip file to install the Joomla IDP plugin.
  • iSpring SP with Joomla IDP - Download zip file
  • Installation of the plugin is successful. Now click on Start Using miniOrange SAML IDP Plugin to configure miniOrange Joomla IDP plugin.
  • iSpring SP with Joomla IDP - Get Started

Steps to configure iSpring SSO with Joomla as IDP.

1. Configure iSpring as Service Provider

  • Go to the miniOrange Joomla IDP plugin, navigate to the Identity Provider tab.
  • Here, you can find the Identity Provider Metadata XML URL/File or endpoints like IDP Entity ID, SAML Login URL, SAML Logout URL (Premium Feature), and Certificate for SP configuration. Download the XML Metadata by clicking on the button as shown below.
  • iSpring SP with Joomla IDP - Configure Metadata
  • Login to your iSpring Learn LMS domain as an Administrator Account and go to https://www.ispringsolutions.com/account/login.
  • Login using Joomla into iSpring LMS SSO | iSpring LMS SSO Integrate with Joomla, Administrator Account
  • In Connection Settings, fill in the fields with the information from Joomla.
  • Enter the values by referring to the table below.
  • Issuer URL
    (IDP Entity ID)
    Provide the IDP-EntityID / Issuer from IDP metadata tab of the Joomla
    miniOrange Plugin
    Sign On URL Provide the SAML Login URL from IDP metadata tab of the Joomla
    miniOrange Plugin
    Logout URL Provide the SAML Logout URL from IDP metadata tab of the Joomla
    miniOrange Plugin
    Certificate Fingerprint Follow the steps below to copy the Thumbprint of certificate:
    1. Open the certificate that was downloaded earlier.
    2. Go to Details and in the field column select Thumbprint.
    3. Copy the Thumbprint that opens in the pane by pressing CTRL+C
    (Right-Click wont work!).
    4. Paste the Thumbprint in the Certificate Fingerprint.
    Make sure that there are no spaces in between the Certificate Fingerprint.
    Remove them manually.

    Login using Joomla into iSpring LMS SSO | iSpring LMS SSO Integrate with Joomla, Thumbprint Certificate
  • The User can automatically redirect to Joomla Login page by selecting Redirect users to the SSO login page.
  • Click Save to complete the configuration.

2. Configure Joomla as Identity Provider

  • Now go to Components miniOrange Joomla IDP Service Provider
  • Login using Joomla into Service provider
  • Navigate to the Service Provider tab and complete the fields for Service Provider Name, SP Entity ID or Issuer, ACS URL, and NameID Format. Refer to this step to get Service Provider details. Fill in the other fields according to your requirements. Click on Save.
  • Enter the following values:

    Service Provider Name Choose appropriate name according to your choice.
    SP Entity ID or Issuer Service Provider Entity ID.
    ACS URL SP Assertion Consumer Service URL.
    X.509 Certificate (optional)
    [For Signed Request]
    Paste certificate value you copied from the Metadata file.
    NameID Format Select urn:oasis:names:tc:SAML:1.1:nameid-format:emailAddress.
    Assertion Signed Checked.
    Login using Joomla into Service provider | Joomla SAML Single Sign-On SSO
  • Now click on Advance Mapping tab. Select the NameID Attribute and then click on Save Button.
  • Login using Joomla into Service provider | Joomla SAML Single Sign-On SSO

    You have successfully completed your miniOrange SAML 2.0 IDP configurations.

3. Attribute Mapping (Premium Feature)

  • In the miniOrange Joomla IDP plugin, navigate to the Attribute Mapping tab.
  • Here, you can configure Custom attribute mapping and also add additional User Attributes.
  • iSpring SP with Joomla IDP - Attribute mapping

You have successfully configured Single Sign-On with iSpring as Service Provider and Joomla as Identity Provider. If you require any further support or, if you are facing any difficulty please mail us on joomlasupport@xecurify.com

Free Trial

If you would like to test out the plugin to ensure your business use case is fulfilled, we do provide a 7-day trial. Please drop us an email at joomlasupport@xecurify.com requesting a trial. You can create an account with us using this link.

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