The Custom mode (“BYO” authentication) enables you to leverage an existing identity provider to manage your end users for all protocol types (SFTP, FTPS, and FTP), enabling easy and seamless migration of your users. Credentials can be stored in your corporate directory or an in-house identity datastore, and you can integrate it for end user authentication purposes. Examples of identity providers include Okta , Microsoft AzureAD, or any custom-built identity provider you may be using as a part of an overall provisioning portal.