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Status Will Not Implement
Created by Amrita Kanungo
Created on Jan 21, 2026

IAM role authentication for connecting to Online Archive

What problem are you trying to solve?

Focus on the what and why of the need you have, not the how you'd like it solved.

Trying to connect to MongoDB Online Archive through Mongo Compass, using IAM Role not with username/password.

What would you like to see happen?

Describe the desired outcome or enhancement.

Trying to connect to MongoDB Online Archive through Mongo Compass, using IAM Role not with username/password.

Why is this important to you or your team?

Explain how the request adds value or solves a business need.

Its more secured that username/password

What steps, if any, are you taking today to manage this problem?



  • Admin
    Betsy Button
    Feb 2, 2026

    I believe OIDC support should already make it possible to connect to Online Archive in Compass using an IAM role. Please let me know if that's not the case, and we can reopen this request. Thanks!

  • Admin
    Betsy Button
    Jan 28, 2026

    Hi @Guest, have you tried connecting to Online Archive using OIDC on Compass? https://www.mongodb.com/docs/compass/connect/advanced-connection-options/authentication-connection/#oidc