# When should I use the builtin issuer?

- Link: https://www.agilicus.com/faq/when-should-i-use-the-builtin-issuer/
- Published: 2025-04-11T15:17:29+00:00
- Author: jamie.chapman-brown@agilicus.com

The builtin user is very simple to set up than a custom identity provider, so if
you want to add users manually, and allow them to log in, this is a great option.
It’s especially useful if you have users that aren’t attached to an identity provider
you own, for example temporary contractors.