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If my station is already integrated with PBS Account, what does my station need to do?

Meg Albus

The current PBS Account connections should continue to function without any interruption. PBS developed a proxy solution that mirrors existing calls to PBS Account and routes them to Akamai.

Learn more about SSO

What is the Public Media Single Sign-On (SSO) service?
Will data be shared across NPR, PBS, and stations?
What information does PBS need from my station for setup purposes?
Will third-party platforms (e.g., Public Media Apps) be supported?
Is data shared across NPR, PBS, and stations?
What information helps me identify a user across NPR, PBS, and my local station?
What does the user workflow look like for Public Media SSO?
How does my station get started with Public Media SSO?
What are the features of Public Media SSO?
Who is eligible to adopt and use Public Media SSO?
What are the key benefits of Public Media SSO for the system and for stations?
Is there a cost for using Public Media SSO?
Will Public Media SSO support any existing products or services requiring registration offered by PBS and NPR? How does SSO affect PBS Passport?
Will user data be shared across NPR, PBS, and stations?
I have more questions; how can I contact NPR and PBS Support teams?

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