> For AI agents: the complete documentation index is available at /llms.txt, the full documentation bundle is available at /llms-full.txt.

# eduGAIN

> **Themelio compatibility reference.** This page describes the retained Themelio implementation or its historical design. Check the [parallel-operation guide](/compatibility/index.md) before applying it to the current platform.

eduGAIN (Education Global Authentication Infrastructure) is a federated identity infrastructure that connects research and education identity providers worldwide. In Themelio, eduGAIN enables academic users to authenticate using their existing university credentials (the "Academic" login path).

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