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Setting Up SAML SSO for Skillcast in Google Workspace

Updated over 2 months ago

Follow the steps below to configure Single Sign-On (SSO) using SAML with Skillcast in your Google Workspace environment.

1. Create a New SAML App in Google Admin Console

  1. Go to Google Admin Console → Apps → Web and mobile apps.

  2. Select Add App → Add custom SAML app.

  3. Enter an app name (e.g. Skillcast) and select Continue.

2. Configure SAML Settings

Service Provider Details

When prompted for SAML settings, enter the following:

  • ACS URL / Assertion Consumer Service URL:
    ​https://saml.e-learningportal.com/easyconnect/ACS/Post.aspx

  • Entity ID / Audience URI:
    ​Skillcast-SP

  • Start URL (Optional):
    ​https://[clientCode].e-learningportal.com

Note: Replace [clientCode] with your Skillcast client code. During the testing phase, a temporary login URL will be provided.

3. Name ID and Attribute Mapping

This is generally set this way by default however it is useful to check:

  • Name ID format: Email

  • Name ID: Use Primary Email

This sets the user identifier to be the user's email address.

If you require mapping additional user attributes, please contact us for supported options.

4. Download and Share Your Metadata

Once the app is configured:

  • Download the Google IDP metadata file or copy the metadata URL.

  • Reply to our initial setup email and attach the metadata file or send the URL.

5. Next Steps

Once we receive your metadata:

  • We'll configure and activate your connection on our end.

  • A temporary testing login URL will be provided for validation.

  • Once testing is complete, the SSO will be set to live with your approval, and the integration will be finalised.

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