In this post I introduce the new Identity APIs, show how they differ from the existing Identity support, and show how to use them.

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ASP.NET Core Identity lets you store user accounts in your app, manage user details, enable two factor authentication, and associate third-party logins with users. These endpoints serve as API-friendly alternatives to the "default UI" that has been available for some time.

Introducing the Identity API endpoints

What is ASP.NET Core Identity and why do we need APIs?

Adding the Identity APIs to an application