Client Registry

Secure self-registration for simplified device management.

The Client Registry in Connectware provides a secure, automated mechanism for registering new clients, users, and hardware devices without manually handling credentials.

Instead of manually adding users through the Admin UI, this self-registration process allows clients to register themselves or be automatically registered when they connect to Connectware. This eliminates security risks associated with pre-shared credentials while reducing administrative overhead.

Advantages of Self-Registration

Traditional client authorization methods often rely on manually creating users and sharing passwords, which introduces security vulnerabilities and administrative overhead. The Client Registry solves this by:

• Eliminating the need to manually distribute credentials.

• Enabling secure, automated credential exchange in the background.

• Providing administrator oversight while minimizing manual intervention.

• Supporting certificate-based authentication for enhanced security.

Self-Registration Methods

Self-Registration Method	Advantages
Self-Registering Clients via REST API	• Support for certificate signing requests (CSR) • Ability to request specific roles and permissions • Enhanced control over client configuration • Suitable for distributed Connectware agents and advanced clients • More information
Self-Registering MQTT Clients	• Works with any standard MQTT or HTTP client • The client can generate random passwords automatically • Simple process for basic device integration • More information