Microsoft Azure Active Directory Basic Licensing (Non-Profit Annual Monthly)
Microsoft Azure Active Directory Basic provides essential identity and access management for non-profit organizations, enabling secure user sign-ins and application access on an annual contract paid monthly.
- Identity Management: Coverage for core features like single sign-on and multi-factor authentication to protect user accounts.
- Application Access: Entitlement to manage access to cloud and on-premises applications for your organization's users.
- Security Foundation: Protection against unauthorized access by enforcing user identity verification.
- Cost-Effective Licensing: Annual commitment paid monthly offers predictable budgeting for essential identity services.
Product Overview
Product Overview
Microsoft Azure Active Directory Basic is a cloud-based identity and access management service designed to help organizations manage user identities and control access to applications. This non-profit specific offering provides foundational security features, including single sign-on and multi-factor authentication, on an annual subscription billed monthly.
This license is ideal for non-profit organizations seeking to secure their digital resources and streamline user access. It integrates with Microsoft 365 and other cloud services, providing a centralized platform for managing user accounts and permissions within their own IT environment.
- Core Identity Management: Securely manage user identities and access to cloud and on-premises applications.
- Single Sign-On (SSO): Enable users to access multiple applications with a single set of credentials.
- Multi-Factor Authentication (MFA): Enhance security by requiring multiple forms of verification for sign-ins.
- Application Integration: Connect and manage access to a wide range of SaaS applications.
- Non-Profit Pricing: Special annual pricing structure paid monthly, optimized for eligible non-profit organizations.
Azure Active Directory Basic offers essential identity protection and access control, making it a cost-effective choice for non-profits managing their own IT infrastructure.
What This Enables
Enable secure user access to cloud applications
Enable teams to manage user identities and control access to cloud-based applications like Microsoft 365. Streamline the sign-in process for employees while enforcing security policies.
cloud-first operations, SaaS application usage, remote workforce, centralized IT management
Implement multi-factor authentication
Protect sensitive organizational data by implementing multi-factor authentication for all user sign-ins. Reduce the risk of account compromise due to stolen credentials.
data security focus, regulatory compliance needs, hybrid work environments, user credential management
Manage user identities centrally
Streamline the administration of user accounts and permissions from a single console. Automate user provisioning and deprovisioning to improve operational efficiency.
growing user base, standardized IT policies, IT administration efficiency, employee lifecycle management
Key Features
Single Sign-On (SSO)
Users can access multiple applications with one set of credentials, improving productivity and reducing password fatigue.
Multi-Factor Authentication (MFA)
Adds an extra layer of security to user logins, significantly reducing the risk of unauthorized access and data breaches.
User and Group Management
Centralized control over user accounts and group memberships simplifies IT administration and access policy enforcement.
Application Management
Enables IT to manage access to a wide range of SaaS applications, ensuring users only access what they need.
Non-Profit Pricing
Provides eligible non-profit organizations with access to essential identity management features at a reduced cost.
Industry Applications
Non-Profit Organizations
This license is specifically priced and designed for non-profit organizations, offering essential identity management at a reduced cost to support their mission-driven operations.
Education & Research
Educational institutions often manage large numbers of users and require secure, streamlined access to various online learning platforms and administrative tools, making identity management crucial.
Healthcare & Life Sciences
Healthcare providers must adhere to strict data privacy regulations like HIPAA, necessitating robust identity and access controls to protect sensitive patient information.
Government & Public Sector
Public sector organizations handle sensitive citizen data and require secure, auditable access management solutions to maintain trust and compliance.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Azure Active Directory Basic?
Azure Active Directory Basic is a cloud-based identity and access management service that provides core features like single sign-on and multi-factor authentication. It is designed to help organizations manage user identities and secure access to applications.
Who is eligible for non-profit pricing?
Eligibility for non-profit pricing is determined by Microsoft based on the organization's non-profit status and mission. Zent Networks can assist in verifying eligibility.
How does annual billing paid monthly work?
This licensing model allows you to commit to an annual subscription at a special rate, but the payment is divided into twelve equal monthly installments, providing predictable cash flow.
Deployment & Support
Deployment Complexity
Low — self-service
Fulfillment
Digital Delivery
License keys / portal provisioning
Support Model
Zent Networks Managed
Renewal, add-license, and lifecycle management included
Subscription Terms
Cancellation
Cancel anytime — no charge on next cycle
You may cancel this subscription at any time. Cancellation takes effect at the end of the current billing period. You will not be charged for the following billing cycle. Access remains active through the end of the paid term.
Returns
Subscription licenses are non-refundable
Digital software licenses and SaaS subscriptions cannot be returned once activated or provisioned. Contact a Zent Networks account manager if you have questions before purchasing.