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Understanding Power Pages Authentication with an Authenticated Users License
Question details
The user needs clarification on authentication and Dataverse access rights for viewing, creating, and updating portal data when holding a Power Pages Authenticated Users per Website license but no Power Apps license.
- Product
- Microsoft Power Pages
- Device & OS
- not provided
- Scenario
- Determining precise licensing and permission requirements for authenticated users to manage portal data via Dataverse.
- Observed behavior
- Uncertainty regarding whether an additional Power Apps license is required for authenticated users to interact with Dataverse tables through the Power Pages portal.
Before exploring resolution paths, gather your Microsoft tenant details, current active license assignments in the Microsoft 365 admin center, and a clear list of the specific Dataverse tables your portal users need to access.
Consult the Microsoft Power Pages Community Specialists
Because Power Pages and Power Apps licensing rules vary based on complex tenant configurations, reaching out to Microsoft licensing specialists is the most reliable way to confirm access rights.
Microsoft's licensing models for the Power Platform update frequently. The exact Dataverse storage capacities and table access rights granted by an Authenticated Users per Website license depend heavily on your existing environment and whether you are using restricted tables.
Navigate to the official Microsoft Power Pages Community or Power Apps Community forums in your web browser.
Click the 'Sign In' button at the top right and authenticate using your Microsoft 365 admin or standard account credentials.
Click 'Start a topic' and describe your specific use case, emphasizing that your users only have the Authenticated Users per Website license and detailing the portal actions they need to perform.
Add the 'Licensing' tag to your forum post before publishing to ensure it is routed directly to Microsoft licensing specialists for an accurate evaluation.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Does a Power Pages Authenticated Users license include Dataverse rights?
Yes, an Authenticated Users license typically includes limited Dataverse database and file capacity rights necessary to support the portal's functionality. However, using restricted or complex relational tables may require additional licensing.
Can users without a Power Apps license update data in Power Pages?
Users with a Power Pages Authenticated Users license can view, create, and update portal data using the specific portal interface, provided the data interacts with standard or custom tables permitted by the Power Pages use rights.
Where can I find the latest Microsoft Power Platform licensing guide?
You can download the most recent Power Platform Licensing Guide directly from Microsoft's official licensing resources page. It is updated frequently to reflect new capacities, use rights, and policy changes.
