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# Use managed identities in Azure Kubernetes Service
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Currently, an Azure Kubernetes Service (AKS) cluster (specifically, the Kubernetes cloud provider) requires and identity to create additional resources like load balancers and managed disks in Azure, this identity can be either a *managed identity* or a *service principal*. If you use a service principal, you must either provide one or AKS creates one on your behalf. If you use managed identity, this will be created for you by AKS automatically. Clusters using service principals eventually reach a state in which the service principal must be renewed to keep the cluster working. Managing service principals adds complexity, which is why it's easier to use managed identities instead. The same permission requirements apply for both service principals and managed identities.
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Currently, an Azure Kubernetes Service (AKS) cluster (specifically, the Kubernetes cloud provider) requires and identity to create additional resources like load balancers and managed disks in Azure, this identity can be either a *managed identity* or a *service principal*. If you use a [service principal](kubernetes-service-principal.md), you must either provide one or AKS creates one on your behalf. If you use managed identity, this will be created for you by AKS automatically. Clusters using service principals eventually reach a state in which the service principal must be renewed to keep the cluster working. Managing service principals adds complexity, which is why it's easier to use managed identities instead. The same permission requirements apply for both service principals and managed identities.
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*Managed identities* are essentially a wrapper around service principals, and make their management simpler. To learn more, read about [managed identities for Azure resources](https://docs.microsoft.com/azure/active-directory/managed-identities-azure-resources/overview).
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