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+# Agent Instructions: Create iOS/macOS Sample Application with Microsoft Entra ID - External configuration
+
+## Overview
+
+These instructions guide agents through creating a sample iOS or macOS application that implements user sign-in using Microsoft Entra External ID for external tenants (customer-facing applications) and calls the Microsoft Graph API.
+
+## Prerequisites
+
+Before starting, ensure the following requirements are met:
+
+### Azure Requirements
+
+- Active Azure subscription with an active account
+- Permissions to manage applications (requires one of these roles):
+ - Application Administrator
+ - Application Developer
+- An external tenant. To create one, choose from:
+ - Use the [Microsoft Entra External ID extension](https://aka.ms/ciamvscode/samples/marketplace) to set up an external tenant directly in Visual Studio Code _(Recommended)_
+ - [Create a new external tenant](https://learn.microsoft.com/en-us/entra/external-id/customers/how-to-create-external-tenant-portal) in the Microsoft Entra admin center
+
+### Development Environment
+
+- **iOS**: Version 16 or higher (for iOS apps)
+- **macOS**: Version 11 or higher (for macOS apps)
+- **CocoaPods**: For dependency management
+
+### Pre-Configuration
+
+- Register a new application in the Microsoft Entra admin center
+- Configure for "Accounts in this organizational directory only"
+- Record the following values from the application Overview page:
+ - **Application (client) ID**
+ - **Directory (tenant) ID**
+ - **Tenant Subdomain** (e.g., if your tenant primary domain is `contoso.onmicrosoft.com`, the subdomain is `contoso`)
+
+### Additional Requirements
+
+- A user flow configured for self-service sign-up
+- The application must be added to the user flow
+
+## Step 1: Register Application in Microsoft Entra Admin Center
+
+### 1.1 Create App Registration
+
+1. Navigate to the [Microsoft Entra admin center](https://entra.microsoft.com)
+2. Select **Applications** > **App registrations** > **New registration**
+3. Enter a name for your application
+4. Select "Accounts in this organizational directory only" as the supported account types
+5. Click **Register**
+6. Save the **Application (client) ID** and **Directory (tenant) ID** from the Overview page
+
+### 1.2 Get Tenant Details
+
+1. Note your tenant's primary domain (e.g., `contoso.onmicrosoft.com`)
+2. Extract the subdomain portion (e.g., `contoso`)
+3. Save this subdomain for later configuration
+
+### 1.3 Configure Platform (iOS/macOS)
+
+1. Under **Manage**, select **Authentication** > **Add Platform** > **iOS / macOS**
+2. Enter your **Bundle Identifier**
+ - For the sample code: `com.microsoft.identitysample.ciam.MSALiOS`
+ - For custom apps: Use your unique identifier (e.g., `com.yourcompany.appname`)
+3. Click **Configure** and save the **MSAL Configuration** details
+4. Click **Done**
+
+### 1.4 Enable Public Client Flow
+
+1. Under **Manage**, select **Authentication**
+2. Scroll to **Advanced settings**
+3. For **Allow public client flows**, select **Yes**
+4. Click **Save**
+
+## Step 2: Configure User Flow
+
+### 2.1 Create User Flow
+
+1. In the Microsoft Entra admin center, navigate to **External Identities** > **User flows**
+2. Click **New user flow**
+3. Select **Sign up and sign in** as the user flow type
+4. Configure the user flow:
+ - Name the user flow
+ - Select identity providers (e.g., Email and password)
+ - Choose user attributes to collect during sign-up
+ - Configure optional claims
+5. Click **Create**
+
+### 2.2 Add Application to User Flow
+
+1. Open your created user flow
+2. Select **Applications**
+3. Click **Add application**
+4. Select your registered application
+5. Click **Add**
+
+For detailed instructions, see:
+
+- [Create self-service sign-up user flows](https://learn.microsoft.com/en-us/entra/external-id/customers/how-to-user-flow-sign-up-sign-in-customers)
+- [Add application to user flow](https://learn.microsoft.com/en-us/entra/external-id/customers/how-to-user-flow-add-application)
+
+## Step 3: Download Sample Code
+
+### 3.1 Clone the Repository
+
+Open Terminal and run the following command:
+
+```bash
+git clone https://github.com/Azure-Samples/ms-identity-ciam-browser-delegated-ios-sample.git
+cd ms-identity-ciam-browser-delegated-ios-sample
+```
+
+Alternatively, download as a ZIP file:
+
+```bash
+curl -L https://github.com/Azure-Samples/ms-identity-ciam-browser-delegated-ios-sample/archive/refs/heads/main.zip -o ios-ciam-sample.zip
+unzip ios-ciam-sample.zip
+cd ms-identity-ciam-browser-delegated-ios-sample-main
+```
+
+## Step 4: Install Dependencies
+
+### 4.1 Install MSAL Library
+
+1. Navigate to the project directory in Terminal
+2. Run CocoaPods to install the Microsoft Authentication Library (MSAL):
+```bash
+pod install
+```
+3. Wait for the installation to complete
+
+### 4.2 Open Workspace
+
+After pod installation, open the `.xcworkspace` file:
+
+```bash
+open *.xcworkspace
+```
+
+**Important**: Always use the `.xcworkspace` file, not the `.xcodeproj` file when working with CocoaPods.
+
+## Step 5: Configure the Application
+
+### 5.1 Update Configuration.swift
+
+1. In Xcode, locate and open **/MSALiOS/Configuration.swift**
+2. Replace the placeholders with your values:
+
+```swift
+// Replace Enter_the_Application_Id_Here with your Application (client) ID
+let kClientID = "YOUR_APPLICATION_CLIENT_ID_HERE"
+
+// Replace Enter_the_Redirect_URI_Here with your redirect URI
+// This should match the MSAL configuration from the portal
+let kRedirectUri = "msauth.com.microsoft.identitysample.ciam.MSALiOS://auth"
+
+// Replace Enter_the_Tenant_Subdomain_Here with your tenant subdomain
+// For example, if your domain is contoso.onmicrosoft.com, use "contoso"
+let kTenantSubdomain = "YOUR_TENANT_SUBDOMAIN"
+
+// Replace Enter_the_Protected_API_Scopes_Here with your API scopes
+// If you haven't configured any scopes yet, you can leave this empty
+let kScopes = ["YOUR_API_SCOPES_HERE"]
+// Example: let kScopes = ["api://YOUR_CLIENT_ID/ToDoList.Read", "api://YOUR_CLIENT_ID/ToDoList.ReadWrite"]
+```
+
+### 5.2 Configure Bundle Identifier
+
+1. In Xcode, select the project in the navigator
+2. Select your target
+3. Go to the **General** tab
+4. In the **Identity** section, verify the **Bundle Identifier** matches what you registered in the Azure portal
+ - Default sample: `com.microsoft.identitysample.ciam.MSALiOS`
+
+### 5.3 Update Info.plist (if needed)
+
+The Info.plist should already be configured correctly for the sample. If you're using a custom Bundle Identifier:
+
+1. Right-click **Info.plist** in the project navigator
+2. Select **Open As** > **Source Code**
+3. Find the `CFBundleURLTypes` section
+4. Ensure the URL scheme matches your configuration:
+
+```xml
+CFBundleURLTypes
+
+
+ CFBundleURLSchemes
+
+ msauth.YOUR_BUNDLE_IDENTIFIER
+
+
+
+```
+
+## Step 6: Grant Admin Consent (if required)
+
+If your application requires API permissions:
+
+1. In the Microsoft Entra admin center, go to your app registration
+2. Under **Manage**, select **API permissions**
+3. Review the configured permissions
+4. Click **Grant admin consent for [your tenant]**
+5. Confirm the consent
+
+For more details, see [Grant admin consent](https://learn.microsoft.com/en-us/entra/identity-platform/quickstart-register-app#grant-admin-consent-external-tenants-only).
+
+## Step 7: Build and Run the Application
+
+### 7.1 Build the Project
+
+1. Select your target device or simulator from the scheme selector
+2. Click the **Build** button (⌘+B) or select **Product** > **Build**
+3. Verify there are no build errors
+
+### 7.2 Run the Application
+
+1. Select **Product** > **Run** from the menu (or press ⌘+R)
+2. The app will launch in the simulator or on your connected device
+
+### 7.3 Test Authentication
+
+1. When the app launches, you'll see the main interface
+2. Click **Acquire Token Interactively**
+3. A browser or web view will open with your configured sign-in experience
+4. Complete the sign-up or sign-in process:
+ - For new users: Fill in required attributes during sign-up
+ - For existing users: Enter credentials
+5. After successful authentication, you'll be redirected back to the app
+6. The app will display user information and the access token
+
+### 7.4 Test API Calls
+
+1. Click **API - Perform GET** to test calling a protected API
+2. Note: If you haven't configured a protected API yet, you may receive an error
+3. For testing purposes, you can use Microsoft Graph API or deploy a custom API
+
+## Step 8: Understanding the External Tenant Flow
+
+### Authentication Flow for External Tenants
+
+```
+User opens app
+ ↓
+User clicks "Acquire Token Interactively"
+ ↓
+App initiates MSAL authentication with external tenant
+ ↓
+Browser/Web view opens with custom sign-up/sign-in UI
+ ↓
+New user: Sign-up flow with attribute collection
+Existing user: Sign-in with credentials
+ ↓
+External tenant validates credentials
+ ↓
+User grants consent (if needed)
+ ↓
+Redirect back to app with authorization code
+ ↓
+MSAL exchanges code for access token
+ ↓
+App receives access token and ID token
+ ↓
+App can call protected APIs
+```
+
+### Key Differences from Workforce Tenants
+
+- **User Flows**: External tenants use customizable user flows for sign-up/sign-in
+- **Self-Service Registration**: Users can sign up without admin pre-creation
+- **Branding**: Fully customizable sign-up/sign-in experience
+- **Identity Providers**: Can configure social identity providers (Google, Facebook, etc.)
+- **Attribute Collection**: Configure which user attributes to collect during sign-up
+
+## Step 9: Testing the Application
+
+### 9.1 Test New User Sign-Up
+
+1. Launch the app
+2. Click **Acquire Token Interactively**
+3. On the sign-in page, click **Sign up now** or similar link
+4. Fill in required attributes (email, password, etc.)
+5. Complete email verification if configured
+6. Verify successful account creation and sign-in
+7. Check that user information is displayed in the app
+
+### 9.2 Test Existing User Sign-In
+
+1. Launch the app (or sign out if already signed in)
+2. Click **Acquire Token Interactively**
+3. Enter credentials for an existing user
+4. Verify successful sign-in
+5. Check that user information is displayed
+
+### 9.3 Test Silent Token Acquisition
+
+1. After initial sign-in, restart the app
+2. Click **Acquire Token Silently**
+3. Verify token is obtained without user interaction
+4. This validates token caching and refresh token functionality
+
+### 9.4 Test API Access
+
+If you've configured a protected API:
+
+1. Click **API - Perform GET**
+2. Verify successful API call with the acquired token
+3. Check the response data
+
+## Step 10: Customize Branding and User Experience
+
+### 10.1 Customize Branding
+
+1. In the Microsoft Entra admin center, go to **Company branding**
+2. Configure:
+ - Logo and background images
+ - Colors and themes
+ - Custom text and messages
+3. Save changes
+4. Test the updated branding in your app
+
+For details, see [Customize the default branding](https://learn.microsoft.com/en-us/entra/external-id/customers/how-to-customize-branding-customers).
+
+### 10.2 Configure Social Identity Providers
+
+Add social sign-in options (Google, Facebook, etc.):
+
+1. In the Microsoft Entra admin center, go to **External Identities** > **All identity providers**
+2. Click **New identity provider**
+3. Select the provider (e.g., Google)
+4. Configure the provider settings
+5. Add the provider to your user flow
+
+For details, see [Configure sign-in with Google](https://learn.microsoft.com/en-us/entra/external-id/customers/how-to-google-federation-customers).
+
+## Step 11: Common Configuration Issues
+
+### Issue: "Invalid tenant subdomain"
+
+- **Solution**: Verify the tenant subdomain in Configuration.swift
+- Ensure no extra spaces or characters
+- Check that it matches your tenant's primary domain
+
+### Issue: "Application not found in user flow"
+
+- **Solution**: Verify the app is added to the user flow
+- Check that the user flow is active
+- Ensure the correct user flow is configured
+
+### Issue: "Redirect URI mismatch"
+
+- **Solution**: Verify Bundle Identifier matches Azure portal configuration
+- Ensure the redirect URI in Configuration.swift matches the portal
+- Check that URL scheme in Info.plist is correct
+
+### Issue: "Invalid client"
+
+- **Solution**: Double-check Application (client) ID in Configuration.swift
+- Ensure the app registration exists in the correct tenant
+- Verify no extra spaces or characters
+
+### Issue: "Scopes not granted"
+
+- **Solution**: Verify API permissions are configured
+- Grant admin consent if required
+- Check that scopes in Configuration.swift match configured permissions
+
+### Issue: "Pod install fails"
+
+- **Solution**: Update CocoaPods: `sudo gem install cocoapods`
+- Clear pod cache: `pod cache clean --all`
+- Try again: `pod install`
+
+### Issue: "Sign-up attributes not appearing"
+
+- **Solution**: Check user flow configuration
+- Verify required attributes are selected
+- Ensure custom attributes are defined if needed
+
+## Step 12: Next Steps
+
+After successfully building and running the sample:
+
+### Implement Protected API Calls
+
+- Follow the tutorial: [Sign in users and call a protected web API in sample iOS (Swift) app](https://learn.microsoft.com/en-us/entra/external-id/customers/sample-mobile-app-ios-swift-sign-in-call-api)
+- Deploy an ASP.NET Core web API
+- Configure API permissions and scopes
+- Implement authenticated API calls from the mobile app
+
+### Enhance User Experience
+
+- Customize the in-app UI after authentication
+- Implement user profile management
+- Add password reset functionality
+- Configure multi-factor authentication
+
+### Add Advanced Features
+
+- Implement token refresh strategies
+- Add offline support with cached tokens
+- Integrate biometric authentication (Face ID, Touch ID)
+- Add logging and analytics
+
+### Production Readiness
+
+- Implement comprehensive error handling
+- Add retry logic for network failures
+- Configure app transport security
+- Implement certificate pinning
+- Add crash reporting and monitoring
+
+## Step 13: Additional Resources
+
+### Documentation
+
+- **External ID Overview**: [Microsoft Entra External ID documentation](https://learn.microsoft.com/en-us/entra/external-id/)
+- **MSAL for iOS/macOS**: [Microsoft Authentication Library for iOS and macOS](https://github.com/AzureAD/microsoft-authentication-library-for-objc)
+- **User Flows**: [User flows for external tenants](https://learn.microsoft.com/en-us/entra/external-id/customers/concept-user-flows)
+- **API Protection**: [Protect an API in external tenants](https://learn.microsoft.com/en-us/entra/external-id/customers/tutorial-protect-web-api-dotnet-core-build-app)
+
+### Sample Applications
+
+- **iOS Sample**: [ms-identity-ciam-browser-delegated-ios-sample](https://github.com/Azure-Samples/ms-identity-ciam-browser-delegated-ios-sample)
+- **macOS Sample**: Available in the same repository with platform-specific configurations
+
+### Best Practices
+
+- **Security**: [Security best practices for external tenants](https://learn.microsoft.com/en-us/entra/external-id/customers/concept-security-customers)
+- **User Experience**: [UX best practices for customer-facing apps](https://learn.microsoft.com/en-us/entra/external-id/customers/concept-branding-customers)
+- **Token Management**: [Token lifetimes and policies](https://learn.microsoft.com/en-us/entra/identity-platform/configurable-token-lifetimes)
+
+## Step 14: Security Considerations for External Tenants
+
+### Authentication Security
+
+1. **Use strong password policies**: Configure in user flow settings
+2. **Enable MFA**: Add multi-factor authentication to user flows
+3. **Implement account protection**: Configure suspicious activity detection
+4. **Rate limiting**: Protect against brute force attacks
+
+### Token Security
+
+1. **Minimal scopes**: Request only necessary API permissions
+2. **Token validation**: Always validate tokens server-side
+3. **Secure storage**: Use iOS Keychain for token storage
+4. **Token refresh**: Implement proper token refresh logic
+5. **Revocation**: Support token and session revocation
+
+### Data Protection
+
+1. **HTTPS only**: Ensure all communication uses HTTPS
+2. **Certificate pinning**: Consider implementing for production
+3. **Data encryption**: Encrypt sensitive data at rest
+4. **PII handling**: Follow privacy regulations (GDPR, CCPA)
+
+### App Security
+
+1. **Code obfuscation**: Protect sensitive logic in production
+2. **Jailbreak detection**: Consider detecting compromised devices
+3. **Input validation**: Validate all user inputs
+4. **Secure coding**: Follow OWASP Mobile Security guidelines
+
+---
+
+**Source**: [Microsoft Learn - Quickstart: Sign in users in a sample mobile app (External Tenants)](https://learn.microsoft.com/en-us/entra/identity-platform/quickstart-mobile-app-sign-in?tabs=ios-macos-external&pivots=external)
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+# Agent Instructions: Create iOS/macOS Sample Application with Microsoft Entra ID - Workforce configuration
+
+## Overview
+
+These instructions guide agents through creating a sample iOS or macOS application that implements user sign-in using Microsoft Entra ID (formerly Azure AD) and calls the Microsoft Graph API.
+
+## Prerequisites
+
+Before starting, ensure the following requirements are met:
+
+### Azure Requirements
+
+- Active Azure subscription with an active account
+- Permissions to manage applications (requires one of these roles):
+ - Application Administrator
+ - Application Developer
+- A workforce tenant (or create a new tenant)
+
+### Development Environment
+
+- **iOS**: Version 16 or higher (for iOS apps)
+- **macOS**: Version 11 or higher (for macOS apps)
+- **CocoaPods**: For dependency management
+
+### Pre-Configuration
+
+- Register a new application in the Microsoft Entra admin center
+- Configure for "Accounts in this organizational directory only"
+- Record the following values from the application Overview page:
+ - **Application (client) ID**
+ - **Directory (tenant) ID**
+
+## Step 1: Register Application in Microsoft Entra Admin Center
+
+### 1.1 Create App Registration
+
+1. Navigate to the [Microsoft Entra admin center](https://entra.microsoft.com)
+2. Select **Applications** > **App registrations** > **New registration**
+3. Enter a name for your application
+4. Select "Accounts in this organizational directory only" as the supported account types
+5. Click **Register**
+6. Save the **Application (client) ID** and **Directory (tenant) ID** from the Overview page
+
+### 1.2 Configure Platform (iOS/macOS)
+
+1. Under **Manage**, select **Authentication** > **Add Platform** > **iOS/macOS**
+2. Enter your **Bundle Identifier** (e.g., `com..identitysample.MSALMacOS`)
+ - Note: This is a unique string that identifies your application
+ - The iOS configuration also applies to macOS applications
+3. Click **Configure** and save the **MSAL Configuration** details
+4. Click **Done**
+
+### 1.3 Enable Public Client Flow
+
+1. Under **Manage**, select **Authentication**
+2. Scroll to **Advanced settings**
+3. For **Allow public client flows**, select **Yes**
+4. Click **Save**
+
+## Step 2: Download Sample Code
+
+### 2.1 Download the Project
+
+Choose the appropriate sample based on your target platform:
+
+**For iOS:**
+
+```bash
+curl -L https://github.com/Azure-Samples/active-directory-ios-swift-native-v2/archive/master.zip -o ios-sample.zip
+unzip ios-sample.zip
+cd active-directory-ios-swift-native-v2-master
+```
+
+**For macOS:**
+
+```bash
+curl -L https://github.com/Azure-Samples/active-directory-macOS-swift-native-v2/archive/master.zip -o macos-sample.zip
+unzip macos-sample.zip
+cd active-directory-macOS-swift-native-v2-master
+```
+
+## Step 3: Install Dependencies
+
+### 3.1 Install MSAL Library
+
+1. Open Terminal and navigate to the project directory
+2. Run CocoaPods to install the Microsoft Authentication Library (MSAL):
+```bash
+pod install
+```
+3. Wait for the installation to complete
+
+### 3.2 Open Workspace
+
+After pod installation, open the `.xcworkspace` file (NOT the `.xcodeproj` file):
+
+```bash
+open *.xcworkspace
+```
+
+## Step 4: Configure the Application
+
+### 4.1 Update ViewController.swift
+
+1. In Xcode, open the project navigator
+2. Locate and open **ViewController.swift**
+3. Find the line starting with `let kClientID` and replace it with your Application (client) ID:
+
+```swift
+let kClientID = "YOUR_APPLICATION_CLIENT_ID_HERE"
+```
+
+### 4.2 Configure Endpoints
+
+For standard Microsoft Entra ID (global access), use default values:
+
+```swift
+let kGraphEndpoint = "https://graph.microsoft.com/"
+let kAuthority = "https://login.microsoftonline.com/common"
+```
+
+**For national clouds** (if applicable):
+
+- **Microsoft Entra Germany:**
+
+```swift
+let kGraphEndpoint = "https://graph.microsoft.de/"
+let kAuthority = "https://login.microsoftonline.de/common"
+```
+
+See [Microsoft Graph deployments documentation](/graph/deployments#app-registration-and-token-service-root-endpoints) for other endpoints.
+
+### 4.3 Configure Bundle Identifier
+
+1. In Xcode, select the project in the navigator
+2. Select your target
+3. Go to the **General** tab
+4. In the **Identity** section, set the **Bundle Identifier** to match what you registered in the Azure portal
+
+### 4.4 Update Info.plist
+
+1. Right-click **Info.plist** in the project navigator
+2. Select **Open As** > **Source Code**
+3. Find the `CFBundleURLTypes` section under the dict root node
+4. Replace `Enter_the_Bundle_Id_Here` with your Bundle Identifier
+5. Note: Keep the `msauth.` prefix in the string
+
+```xml
+CFBundleURLTypes
+
+
+ CFBundleURLSchemes
+
+ msauth.YOUR_BUNDLE_IDENTIFIER_HERE
+
+
+
+```
+
+## Step 5: Build and Run the Application
+
+### 5.1 Build the Project
+
+1. Select your target device or simulator from the scheme selector
+2. Click the **Build** button (⌘+B) or select **Product** > **Build**
+3. Verify there are no build errors
+
+### 5.2 Run the Application
+
+1. Select **Product** > **Run** from the menu (or press ⌘+R)
+2. The app will launch in the simulator or on your connected device
+
+### 5.3 Test Authentication
+
+1. When the app launches, you'll see the main interface
+2. Click **Sign In** or **Acquire Token Interactively**
+3. You'll be prompted to enter your credentials
+4. After successful authentication, the app will display user information
+5. The app can now make authenticated calls to Microsoft Graph API
+
+## Step 6: Understanding the Code Flow
+
+### Authentication Flow Diagram
+
+```
+User clicks "Sign In"
+ ↓
+App initiates MSAL authentication
+ ↓
+Browser/Web view opens with Microsoft login
+ ↓
+User enters credentials
+ ↓
+Microsoft Entra ID validates credentials
+ ↓
+Redirect back to app with authorization code
+ ↓
+MSAL exchanges code for access token
+ ↓
+App receives access token
+ ↓
+App can call Microsoft Graph API
+```
+
+### Key Components
+
+- **MSAL Library**: Handles authentication and token management
+- **ViewController**: Main UI and authentication logic
+- **Microsoft Graph API**: Provides access to user data and resources
+- **Access Token**: JWT token used to authenticate API calls
+
+## Step 7: Testing the Application
+
+### 7.1 Interactive Sign-In
+
+Test the interactive authentication flow:
+
+1. Launch the app
+2. Click **Acquire Token Interactively**
+3. Enter valid test credentials
+4. Verify successful sign-in
+5. Check that user information is displayed
+
+### 7.2 Silent Token Acquisition
+
+Test silent token refresh:
+
+1. After initial sign-in, click **Acquire Token Silently**
+2. Verify token is obtained without user interaction
+3. This uses cached refresh tokens
+
+### 7.3 Microsoft Graph API Call
+
+Test API access:
+
+1. Click **Get Graph Data Interactively** or **Get Graph Data Silently**
+2. Verify the app successfully calls Microsoft Graph API
+3. Check that user profile data is displayed
+
+## Step 8: Common Configuration Issues
+
+### Issue: "Redirect URI mismatch"
+
+- **Solution**: Verify Bundle Identifier in Info.plist matches Azure portal configuration
+- Ensure `msauth.` prefix is included in the redirect URI
+
+### Issue: "Invalid client"
+
+- **Solution**: Double-check Application (client) ID in ViewController.swift
+- Ensure no extra spaces or characters
+
+### Issue: "Pod install fails"
+
+- **Solution**: Update CocoaPods: `sudo gem install cocoapods`
+- Clear pod cache: `pod cache clean --all`
+- Try again: `pod install`
+
+### Issue: "Build fails with MSAL errors"
+
+- **Solution**: Ensure you opened the `.xcworkspace` file, not `.xcodeproj`
+- Clean build folder: **Product** > **Clean Build Folder** (⇧⌘K)
+
+## Step 9: Next Steps
+
+After successfully building and running the sample:
+
+### For iOS Applications
+
+- Follow the tutorial: [Sign in users and call Microsoft Graph from an iOS app](https://learn.microsoft.com/en-us/entra/identity-platform/tutorial-v2-ios)
+- Implement additional Microsoft Graph API calls
+- Add custom UI and branding
+- Implement token caching strategies
+
+### For macOS Applications
+
+- Follow the tutorial: [Sign in users and call Microsoft Graph from a macOS app](https://learn.microsoft.com/en-us/entra/identity-platform/tutorial-v2-ios)
+- Implement additional application features
+- Add keychain integration for secure token storage
+
+### General Enhancements
+
+- Implement error handling and retry logic
+- Add logging and telemetry
+- Configure additional API scopes
+- Implement sign-out functionality
+- Add multi-account support
+
+## Additional Resources
+
+- **MSAL Documentation**: [Microsoft Authentication Library for iOS and macOS](https://github.com/AzureAD/microsoft-authentication-library-for-objc)
+- **Microsoft Graph API**: [Microsoft Graph REST API reference](https://learn.microsoft.com/en-us/graph/api/overview)
+- **Authentication Flows**: [OAuth 2.0 and OpenID Connect protocols](https://learn.microsoft.com/en-us/entra/identity-platform/v2-protocols)
+- **Best Practices**: [Security best practices for application developers](https://learn.microsoft.com/en-us/entra/identity-platform/identity-platform-integration-checklist)
+
+## Security Considerations
+
+1. **Never hardcode secrets**: Use secure storage mechanisms
+2. **Validate tokens**: Always validate tokens server-side for API calls
+3. **Use HTTPS**: Ensure all network communication uses HTTPS
+4. **Minimal scopes**: Request only the minimum required API scopes
+5. **Token expiration**: Handle token expiration and refresh appropriately
+6. **Secure storage**: Use iOS Keychain or macOS Keychain for sensitive data
+
+---
+
+**Source**: [Microsoft Learn - Quickstart: Sign in users in a sample mobile app](https://learn.microsoft.com/en-us/entra/identity-platform/quickstart-mobile-app-sign-in)
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+# MSAL API Usage Examples
+
+This document provides code snippets for common MSAL authentication patterns in both Swift and Objective-C.
+
+## Interactive Token Acquisition
+
+Interactive token acquisition presents a UI to the user for authentication. This is typically used for initial sign-in or when a silent token acquisition fails.
+
+### Swift
+
+```swift
+import MSAL
+
+// Configure the application
+let config = MSALPublicClientApplicationConfig(clientId: "YOUR_CLIENT_ID")
+let application = try MSALPublicClientApplication(configuration: config)
+
+// Configure webview parameters
+let webViewParameters = MSALWebviewParameters(authPresentationViewController: self)
+
+// Create interactive token parameters
+let interactiveParameters = MSALInteractiveTokenParameters(scopes: ["user.read"],
+ webviewParameters: webViewParameters)
+
+// Acquire token interactively
+application.acquireToken(with: interactiveParameters) { (result, error) in
+ guard let result = result else {
+ print("Could not acquire token: \(error?.localizedDescription ?? "Unknown error")")
+ return
+ }
+
+ let accessToken = result.accessToken
+ let account = result.account
+ print("Access token acquired: \(accessToken)")
+ print("Account: \(account.username ?? "Unknown")")
+}
+```
+
+### Objective-C
+
+```objc
+#import
+
+// Configure the application
+MSALPublicClientApplicationConfig *config =
+ [[MSALPublicClientApplicationConfig alloc] initWithClientId:@"YOUR_CLIENT_ID"];
+
+NSError *error = nil;
+MSALPublicClientApplication *application =
+ [[MSALPublicClientApplication alloc] initWithConfiguration:config error:&error];
+
+if (error) {
+ NSLog(@"Failed to create application: %@", error);
+ return;
+}
+
+// Configure webview parameters
+MSALWebviewParameters *webViewParameters =
+ [[MSALWebviewParameters alloc] initWithAuthPresentationViewController:self];
+
+// Create interactive token parameters
+MSALInteractiveTokenParameters *interactiveParams =
+ [[MSALInteractiveTokenParameters alloc] initWithScopes:@[@"user.read"]
+ webviewParameters:webViewParameters];
+
+// Acquire token interactively
+[application acquireTokenWithParameters:interactiveParams
+ completionBlock:^(MSALResult * _Nullable result, NSError * _Nullable error) {
+ if (error) {
+ NSLog(@"Could not acquire token: %@", error);
+ return;
+ }
+
+ NSString *accessToken = result.accessToken;
+ MSALAccount *account = result.account;
+ NSLog(@"Access token acquired: %@", accessToken);
+ NSLog(@"Account: %@", account.username);
+}];
+```
+
+## Silent Token Acquisition
+
+Silent token acquisition attempts to get a token without user interaction, using cached tokens or refresh tokens. This is the recommended approach for acquiring tokens in most scenarios.
+
+### Swift
+
+```swift
+import MSAL
+
+// Configure the application
+let config = MSALPublicClientApplicationConfig(clientId: "YOUR_CLIENT_ID")
+let application = try MSALPublicClientApplication(configuration: config)
+
+// Get the account (from previous interactive sign-in)
+guard let account = try application.accountForIdentifier("ACCOUNT_IDENTIFIER") else {
+ print("Account not found")
+ return
+}
+
+// Create silent token parameters
+let silentParameters = MSALSilentTokenParameters(scopes: ["user.read"],
+ account: account)
+
+// Acquire token silently
+application.acquireTokenSilent(with: silentParameters) { (result, error) in
+ if let error = error as NSError? {
+ // Check if interaction is required
+ if error.domain == MSALErrorDomain &&
+ error.code == MSALError.interactionRequired.rawValue {
+ // Fall back to interactive token acquisition
+ print("Interaction required, use interactive flow")
+ } else {
+ print("Could not acquire token silently: \(error.localizedDescription)")
+ }
+ return
+ }
+
+ guard let result = result else {
+ print("No result returned")
+ return
+ }
+
+ let accessToken = result.accessToken
+ print("Access token acquired silently: \(accessToken)")
+}
+```
+
+### Objective-C
+
+```objc
+#import
+
+// Configure the application
+MSALPublicClientApplicationConfig *config =
+ [[MSALPublicClientApplicationConfig alloc] initWithClientId:@"YOUR_CLIENT_ID"];
+
+NSError *error = nil;
+MSALPublicClientApplication *application =
+ [[MSALPublicClientApplication alloc] initWithConfiguration:config error:&error];
+
+if (error) {
+ NSLog(@"Failed to create application: %@", error);
+ return;
+}
+
+// Get the account (from previous interactive sign-in)
+MSALAccount *account = [application accountForIdentifier:@"ACCOUNT_IDENTIFIER" error:&error];
+
+if (!account) {
+ NSLog(@"Account not found");
+ return;
+}
+
+// Create silent token parameters
+MSALSilentTokenParameters *silentParams =
+ [[MSALSilentTokenParameters alloc] initWithScopes:@[@"user.read"]
+ account:account];
+
+// Acquire token silently
+[application acquireTokenSilentWithParameters:silentParams
+ completionBlock:^(MSALResult * _Nullable result, NSError * _Nullable error) {
+ if (error) {
+ // Check if interaction is required
+ if ([error.domain isEqualToString:MSALErrorDomain] &&
+ error.code == MSALErrorInteractionRequired) {
+ // Fall back to interactive token acquisition
+ NSLog(@"Interaction required, use interactive flow");
+ } else {
+ NSLog(@"Could not acquire token silently: %@", error);
+ }
+ return;
+ }
+
+ NSString *accessToken = result.accessToken;
+ NSLog(@"Access token acquired silently: %@", accessToken);
+}];
+```
+
+## Best Practices
+
+1. **Always try silent acquisition first**: Before prompting the user, attempt to acquire a token silently using `acquireTokenSilentWithParameters:completionBlock:`.
+
+2. **Handle interaction required errors**: When silent acquisition fails with `MSALErrorInteractionRequired`, fall back to interactive acquisition using `acquireTokenWithParameters:completionBlock:`.
+
+3. **Cache the account identifier**: Store the account identifier (`account.identifier`) after successful interactive sign-in for use in subsequent silent token requests.
+
+4. **Use appropriate scopes**: Request only the scopes your application needs. The Microsoft Graph API uses scopes like `user.read`, `mail.read`, etc.
+
+5. **Configure the application once**: Create a single instance of `MSALPublicClientApplication` and reuse it throughout your app's lifecycle.
+
+6. **Handle errors gracefully**: Implement proper error handling for network issues, user cancellations, and authentication failures.
+
+7. **Use MSALPublicClientApplicationConfig**: Always initialize MSAL using `MSALPublicClientApplicationConfig` to take advantage of all configuration options.
+
+## Additional Resources
+
+- For more information about MSAL scopes, see the Microsoft Graph permissions reference
+- For authority configuration, see the Azure AD documentation on authentication endpoints
+- For broker integration on iOS, ensure your redirect URI is properly configured in the Azure portal
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+# Objective-C Code Style Guidelines for AI Agents
+
+## Overview
+
+This document provides code style guidelines that AI agents MUST follow when working with this Objective-C codebase. These guidelines are adapted from industry best practices and tailored to match the existing code patterns in this repository.
+
+## Key Principles
+
+### RFC 2119 Compliance
+
+- **MUST**: Absolute requirement
+- **MUST NOT**: Absolute prohibition
+- **SHOULD**: Recommended but may have valid reasons to ignore
+- **SHOULD NOT**: Not recommended but may have valid reasons to use
+- **MAY**: Optional
+
+---
+
+## Code Style Rules
+
+### 1. Dot Notation Syntax
+
+**RECOMMENDED:** Use dot notation for getting and setting properties.
+
+```objc
+// Preferred
+view.backgroundColor = UIColor.orangeColor;
+NSString *username = account.username;
+
+// Avoid
+[view setBackgroundColor:[UIColor orangeColor]];
+NSString *username = [account username];
+```
+
+### 2. Spacing and Indentation
+
+**MUST** follow these spacing rules:
+
+- Indentation: 4 spaces (never tabs)
+- **Opening braces on NEW line** (repository convention)
+- Closing braces on new line
+- One blank line between methods
+
+```objc
+// Correct (as used in this repository)
+- (instancetype)initWithUsername:(NSString *)username
+ homeAccountId:(MSALAccountId *)homeAccountId
+ environment:(NSString *)environment
+{
+ self = [super init];
+
+ if (self)
+ {
+ _username = username;
+ _environment = environment;
+ _homeAccountId = homeAccountId;
+ }
+
+ return self;
+}
+
+// For if/else statements
+if (user.isHappy)
+{
+ // Do something
+}
+else
+{
+ // Do something else
+}
+```
+
+### 3. Conditionals
+
+**MUST** always use braces for conditional bodies, even for single-line statements.
+
+```objc
+// Correct
+if (!error)
+{
+ return success;
+}
+
+// Incorrect - Never do this
+if (!error)
+ return success;
+
+if (!error) return success;
+```
+
+### 4. Ternary Operator
+
+**SHOULD** only evaluate a single condition per ternary expression.
+
+```objc
+// Acceptable
+result = account.isValid ? account : nil;
+
+// Avoid - too complex
+result = account.isValid ? account.username = tenant.isValid ? tenant.id : nil : nil;
+```
+
+### 5. Error Handling
+
+**MUST** check the return value, **MUST NOT** check the error variable directly.
+
+```objc
+// Correct
+NSError *error;
+if (![self trySomethingWithError:&error])
+{
+ // Handle Error
+}
+
+// Incorrect - Apple APIs may write garbage to error on success
+NSError *error;
+[self trySomethingWithError:&error];
+if (error)
+{
+ // Handle Error
+}
+```
+
+### 6. Method Signatures
+
+**SHOULD** include space after scope symbol and between method segments.
+
+```objc
+// Correct
+- (void)acquireTokenWithParameters:(MSALSilentTokenParameters *)parameters
+ completionBlock:(MSALCompletionBlock)completionBlock;
+
+// For methods exceeding 80 characters, format like a form
+- (MSALResult *)resultWithTokenResult:(MSIDTokenResult *)result
+ authScheme:(id)authScheme
+ popManager:(MSIDDevicePopManager *)popManager
+ error:(NSError **)error;
+```
+
+### 7. Variables
+
+#### Naming
+
+**SHOULD** use descriptive variable names:
+
+- `NSString *username` - clear and concise
+- `NSString *accessToken` - describes the token type
+- `MSALAccount *currentAccount` - not just `account`
+- `MSIDRequestParameters *requestParams` - abbreviated but clear
+- `MSALPublicClientApplicationConfig *config` - clear context
+
+**NOT RECOMMENDED:** Single letter variable names (except loop counters)
+
+#### Pointer Asterisks
+
+**MUST** attach asterisks to variable name:
+
+```objc
+// Correct
+NSString *clientId
+
+// Incorrect
+NSString* clientId
+NSString * clientId
+```
+
+Exception: Constants (`NSString * const MSALErrorDomain`)
+
+#### Properties vs Instance Variables
+
+**SHOULD** use properties instead of naked instance variables.
+
+```objc
+// Preferred
+@interface MSALAccount : NSObject
+@property (nonatomic) NSString *username;
+@property (nonatomic) NSString *environment;
+@end
+
+// Avoid
+@interface MSALAccount : NSObject
+{
+ NSString *username;
+ NSString *environment;
+}
+@end
+```
+
+**SHOULD** avoid direct instance variable access except in:
+
+- Initializer methods (`init`, `initWithCoder:`)
+- `dealloc` methods
+- Custom setters and getters
+
+#### Variable Qualifiers
+
+**SHOULD** place ARC qualifiers between asterisks and variable name:
+
+```objc
+NSString * __weak weakReference;
+MSALAccount * __autoreleasing autoreleasedAccount;
+```
+
+### 8. Naming Conventions
+
+#### Class Names and Constants
+
+**MUST** use `MSAL` prefix for public classes and constants
+**MAY** use `MSID` prefix for internal/shared classes
+
+```objc
+// Correct
+static const NSTimeInterval MSALDefaultTokenRefreshInterval = 300.0;
+static NSString * const MSALErrorDomain = @"MSALErrorDomain";
+
+// Incorrect
+static const NSTimeInterval refreshInterval = 300.0;
+```
+
+#### Properties and Local Variables
+
+**MUST** be camelCase with lowercase leading word.
+
+```objc
+NSString *accessToken;
+MSALAccount *currentAccount;
+MSIDRequestParameters *requestParams;
+```
+
+#### Instance Variables
+
+**MUST** be camelCase with lowercase leading word and underscore prefix:
+
+```objc
+@implementation MSALPublicClientApplication
+{
+ BOOL _validateAuthority;
+ WKWebView *_customWebview;
+ NSString *_defaultKeychainGroup;
+}
+```
+
+### 9. Categories
+
+**MUST** prefix category methods with `msal` or `msid` to avoid collisions:
+
+```objc
+// Correct
+@interface NSArray (MSALAccessors)
+- (id)msalObjectOrNilAtIndex:(NSUInteger)index;
+@end
+
+// Incorrect - may conflict with other libraries
+@interface NSArray (MSALAccessors)
+- (id)objectOrNilAtIndex:(NSUInteger)index;
+@end
+```
+
+### 10. Comments
+
+**SHOULD** explain **why**, not what.
+**MUST** keep comments up-to-date or delete them.
+**NOT RECOMMENDED:** Block comments (code should be self-documenting).
+
+### 11. Literals
+
+**SHOULD** use literals for `NSString`, `NSDictionary`, `NSArray`, `NSNumber`:
+
+```objc
+// Preferred
+NSArray *scopes = @[@"user.read", @"mail.read", @"profile"];
+NSDictionary *claims = @{@"id_token": @{@"auth_time": @{@"essential": @YES}}};
+NSNumber *isEnabled = @YES;
+NSNumber *timeout = @30;
+
+// Avoid
+NSArray *scopes = [NSArray arrayWithObjects:@"user.read", @"mail.read", @"profile", nil];
+```
+
+**Warning:** Never pass `nil` into array/dictionary literals - causes crash.
+
+### 12. Constants
+
+**MUST** declare as `static` constants:
+
+```objc
+static NSString * const MSALErrorDomain = @"MSALErrorDomain";
+static const CGFloat MSALDefaultTimeout = 30.0;
+static const NSTimeInterval MSALTokenExpirationBuffer = 300.0;
+```
+
+**MAY** use `#define` only when explicitly used as a macro.
+
+### 13. Enumerated Types
+
+**MUST** use `NS_ENUM()` for enumerations:
+
+```objc
+typedef NS_ENUM(NSInteger, MSALPromptType)
+{
+ MSALPromptTypeDefault,
+ MSALPromptTypeLogin,
+ MSALPromptTypeConsent,
+ MSALPromptTypeSelectAccount
+};
+```
+
+### 14. Private Properties
+
+**SHALL** declare private properties in class extensions in implementation file:
+
+```objc
+// In MSALPublicClientApplication.m
+@interface MSALPublicClientApplication()
+{
+ BOOL _validateAuthority;
+ WKWebView *_customWebview;
+}
+
+@property (nonatomic) MSALPublicClientApplicationConfig *internalConfig;
+@property (nonatomic) MSIDExternalAADCacheSeeder *externalCacheSeeder;
+@property (nonatomic) MSIDCacheConfig *msidCacheConfig;
+
+@end
+```
+
+### 15. Singletons
+
+**SHOULD** use thread-safe pattern with `dispatch_once`:
+
+```objc
++ (instancetype)sharedInstance
+{
+ static id sharedInstance = nil;
+ static dispatch_once_t onceToken;
+ dispatch_once(&onceToken, ^{
+ sharedInstance = [[[self class] alloc] init];
+ });
+ return sharedInstance;
+}
+```
+
+### 16. Imports
+
+**MUST NOT** group imports (repository convention).
+
+```objc
+// Correct (as used in this repository)
+#import "MSALPublicClientApplication+Internal.h"
+#import "MSALPromptType_Internal.h"
+#import "MSALError.h"
+#import "MSALTelemetryApiId.h"
+#import "MSIDMacTokenCache.h"
+#import "MSIDLegacyTokenCacheAccessor.h"
+#import "MSIDDefaultTokenCacheAccessor.h"
+
+// Do NOT group like this
+// Frameworks
+@import Foundation;
+
+// MSAL Core
+#import "MSALPublicClientApplication.h"
+```
+
+### 21. Protocols (Delegates)
+
+**SHOULD** make first parameter the object sending the message:
+
+```objc
+// Correct
+- (void)tableView:(UITableView *)tableView didSelectRowAtIndexPath:(NSIndexPath *)indexPath;
+
+// Incorrect
+- (void)didSelectTableRowAtIndexPath:(NSIndexPath *)indexPath;
+```
+
+### 22. Block Declarations
+
+**SHOULD** use clear formatting for complex blocks:
+
+```objc
+__auto_type block = ^(MSALResult *result, NSError *msidError, id context)
+{
+ NSError *msalError = [MSALErrorConverter msalErrorFromMsidError:msidError
+ classifyErrors:YES
+ msalOauth2Provider:self.msalOauth2Provider];
+
+ if (!completionBlock) return;
+
+ if (parameters.completionBlockQueue)
+ {
+ dispatch_async(parameters.completionBlockQueue, ^{
+ completionBlock(result, msalError);
+ });
+ }
+ else
+ {
+ completionBlock(result, msalError);
+ }
+};
+```
+
+### 23. Xcode Project Organization
+
+**SHOULD** keep physical files in sync with Xcode project structure.
+**SHOULD** reflect Xcode groups as filesystem folders.
+**SHOULD** group code by feature, not just by type.
+**SHOULD** enable "Treat Warnings as Errors" build setting.
+
+---
+
+## AI Agent-Specific Guidelines
+
+### When Adding New Features:
+
+1. **Match Existing Patterns**: Analyze similar existing code before implementing
+2. **Follow MSAL Conventions**: Use `MSAL` prefix for public classes, `MSID` for internal code in CommonCore sub repository
+3. **Maintain Consistency**: Match indentation, spacing, and naming in surrounding code
+4. **Property-First**: Use `@property` declarations rather than instance variables
+5. **Error Handling**: Always check return values, never the error variable
+6. **Thread Safety**: Use `dispatch_once` for singletons, consider thread safety for shared resources
+7. **Memory Management**: Follow ARC patterns, be mindful of retain cycles
+8. **Nil Safety**: Never pass `nil` to array/dictionary literals
+9. **Documentation**: Add header documentation for public APIs
+10. **Test Coverage**: Consider how changes affect existing tests
+
+### When Modifying Existing Code:
+
+1. **Preserve Style**: Don't mix styles within a file
+2. **Minimal Changes**: Change only what's necessary
+3. **Update Comments**: Keep comments synchronized with code changes
+4. **Deprecation**: Use proper deprecation warnings when replacing APIs
+5. **Backward Compatibility**: Consider impact on existing integrations
+
+### Common MSAL Patterns:
+
+#### Error Handling Pattern
+
+```objc
+NSError *msidError = nil;
+BOOL result = [self performOperationWithError:&msidError];
+
+if (!result)
+{
+ if (error) *error = [MSALErrorConverter msalErrorFromMsidError:msidError];
+ return NO;
+}
+```
+
+#### Completion Block Pattern
+
+```objc
+__auto_type block = ^(MSALResult *result, NSError *error)
+{
+ // Process result
+
+ if (!completionBlock) return;
+
+ if (parameters.completionBlockQueue)
+ {
+ dispatch_async(parameters.completionBlockQueue, ^{
+ completionBlock(result, error);
+ });
+ }
+ else
+ {
+ completionBlock(result, error);
+ }
+};
+```
+
+#### Logging Pattern
+
+```objc
+MSID_LOG_WITH_CTX_PII(MSIDLogLevelInfo, context,
+ @"Operation completed with account %@",
+ MSID_PII_LOG_EMAIL(account.username));
+```
+
+### Code Review Checklist:
+
+- [ ] Uses 4-space indentation (no tabs)
+- [ ] Opening braces on new line
+- [ ] All conditionals have braces
+- [ ] Error handling checks return value, not error variable
+- [ ] Method signatures properly spaced
+- [ ] Variables descriptively named
+- [ ] Pointers attached to variable names
+- [ ] Uses properties instead of instance variables
+- [ ] Category methods prefixed with `msal` or `msid`
+- [ ] Uses `NS_ENUM` for enumerations
+- [ ] Private properties in class extension
+- [ ] Singletons use `dispatch_once`
+- [ ] Imports not grouped (per repository style)
+- [ ] Delegate methods include sender as first parameter
+- [ ] No warnings or errors in build
+- [ ] Follows existing MSAL/MSID patterns
+
+---
+
+## References
+
+- [Apple: The Objective-C Programming Language](https://developer.apple.com/library/content/documentation/Cocoa/Conceptual/ProgrammingWithObjectiveC/Introduction/Introduction.html)
+- [Apple: Coding Guidelines for Cocoa](https://developer.apple.com/library/mac/#documentation/Cocoa/Conceptual/CodingGuidelines/CodingGuidelines.html)
+- [Apple: Memory Management Programming Guide](https://developer.apple.com/library/mac/documentation/Cocoa/Conceptual/MemoryMgmt/Articles/mmPractical.html)
+- [IETF RFC 2119: Key words for use in RFCs](http://tools.ietf.org/html/rfc2119)
+
+---
+
+## Repository-Specific Conventions
+
+### Key Differences from Standard Guidelines:
+
+1. **Braces on New Line**: Unlike many Objective-C style guides, this repository places opening braces on a new line
+2. **No Import Grouping**: Imports are listed without grouping or comments
+3. **MSAL/MSID Prefixes**: Public APIs use `MSAL`, internal/shared from CommonCore repository use `MSID`
+4. **Extensive Logging**: PII-aware logging with `MSID_LOG_WITH_CTX` macros
+5. **Block-based Async**: Completion handlers with queue dispatch patterns
+
+### Copyright Header
+
+All new files **MUST** include the Microsoft copyright header when added to this repository, but not when generating a new sample app:
+
+```objc
+//------------------------------------------------------------------------------
+//
+// Copyright (c) Microsoft Corporation.
+// All rights reserved.
+//
+// This code is licensed under the MIT License.
+//
+// Permission is hereby granted, free of charge, to any person obtaining a copy
+// of this software and associated documentation files(the "Software"), to deal
+// in the Software without restriction, including without limitation the rights
+// to use, copy, modify, merge, publish, distribute, sublicense, and / or sell
+// copies of the Software, and to permit persons to whom the Software is
+// furnished to do so, subject to the following conditions :
+//
+// The above copyright notice and this permission notice shall be included in
+// all copies or substantial portions of the Software.
+//
+// THE SOFTWARE IS PROVIDED "AS IS", WITHOUT WARRANTY OF ANY KIND, EXPRESS OR
+// IMPLIED, INCLUDING BUT NOT LIMITED TO THE WARRANTIES OF MERCHANTABILITY,
+// FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE AND NONINFRINGEMENT.IN NO EVENT SHALL THE
+// AUTHORS OR COPYRIGHT HOLDERS BE LIABLE FOR ANY CLAIM, DAMAGES OR OTHER
+// LIABILITY, WHETHER IN AN ACTION OF CONTRACT, TORT OR OTHERWISE, ARISING FROM,
+// OUT OF OR IN CONNECTION WITH THE SOFTWARE OR THE USE OR OTHER DEALINGS IN
+// THE SOFTWARE.
+//
+//------------------------------------------------------------------------------
+```
+
+---
+
+## Notes
+
+This style guide is adapted specifically for AI agents working on the Microsoft Authentication Library (MSAL) for iOS and macOS. When in doubt, prioritize consistency with existing codebase patterns over strict adherence to external style guides.
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+# Feature Gating with MSIDFlightManager
+
+## Overview
+
+This document provides guidance for AI agents on implementing feature flags in the Microsoft Authentication Library (MSAL) for iOS and macOS using `MSIDFlightManager`. Feature flags enable controlled rollout of new features and A/B testing capabilities.
+
+## Important Limitations
+
+⚠️ **CRITICAL: Microsoft Internal Use Only**
+
+The `MSIDFlightManager` feature flag system is **ONLY available in broker context** or when the broker returns flight configurations as part of its response. This is a Microsoft-internal mechanism and is **NOT accessible to third-party developers**.
+
+### Broker Context Requirement
+
+- Feature flags are **only available** when:
+ 1. The application is running inside the Microsoft Authenticator or Company Portal broker
+ 2. The broker explicitly returns flight configurations in its authentication response
+
+- **Third-party developers must NOT rely on this system** for their applications
+- Third-party developers should implement their own feature flag provider if needed
+
+### Third-Party Developer Guidance
+
+If you are a third-party developer:
+
+- ✅ Implement your own feature flag system using:
+ - Remote configuration services (for example: Azure App Configuration)
+ - Custom backend configuration endpoints
+ - Local configuration files with remote updates
+
+## MSIDFlightManager Architecture
+
+### Location
+
+`MSIDFlightManager` is part of the **IdentityCore** common library:
+
+```
+MSAL/IdentityCore/IdentityCore/src/MSIDFlightManager.h
+MSAL/IdentityCore/IdentityCore/src/MSIDFlightManager.m
+```
+
+### Key Characteristics
+
+- **Singleton pattern**: Accessed via `[MSIDFlightManager sharedInstance]`
+- **Thread-safe**: Uses `dispatch_once` for initialization
+- **Broker-dependent**: Only populated with data from broker responses
+- **Read-only for MSAL**: MSAL code reads flags, broker sets them
+
+## When to Use Feature Flags
+
+Feature flags should be used for:
+
+1. **New Features**: Gradual rollout of new functionality
+2. **Breaking Changes**: Safe migration paths with fallback behavior
+3. **A/B Testing**: Testing different implementation approaches
+4. **Risk Mitigation**: Ability to quickly disable problematic features
+5. **Platform-Specific Behavior**: Different behavior for iOS vs macOS vs visionOS
+
+Feature flags should **NOT** be used for:
+
+- Permanent configuration options (use config classes instead)
+- User-facing preferences (use proper settings)
+- Build-time configurations (use compiler flags)
+- Debug-only features (use `#if DEBUG`)
+
+## Implementation Pattern
+
+### Step 1: Define the Feature Flag Key
+
+Feature flag keys should follow naming conventions:
+
+```objc
+// In MSIDFlightManager.h or appropriate header
+static NSString * const MSIDFlightKeyNewAuthFlow = @"new_auth_flow";
+static NSString * const MSIDFlightKeyEnhancedTokenCache = @"enhanced_token_cache";
+static NSString * const MSIDFlightKeyNativeAuthV2 = @"native_auth_v2";
+```
+
+**Naming Convention:**
+
+- Use snake_case for flag keys
+- Prefix with feature area if applicable
+- Keep names descriptive but concise
+- Document in code comments
+
+### Step 2: Check Feature Flag in Code
+
+Always provide a default fallback behavior when feature flag is not available:
+
+```objc
+// Example: Checking if new feature is enabled
+BOOL isNewAuthFlowEnabled = [[MSIDFlightManager sharedInstance]
+ isFlightEnabled:MSIDFlightKeyNewAuthFlow];
+
+if (isNewAuthFlowEnabled)
+{
+ // New implementation
+ [self performNewAuthenticationFlow];
+}
+else
+{
+ // Existing/fallback implementation
+ [self performLegacyAuthenticationFlow];
+}
+```
+
+### Step 3: Handle Missing/Default State
+
+**CRITICAL**: Always assume feature flags may be unavailable (nil or NO):
+
+```objc
+- (void)performOperationWithContext:(id)context
+{
+ // Default to NO/false if flag is not set by broker
+ BOOL useEnhancedCache = [[MSIDFlightManager sharedInstance]
+ isFlightEnabled:MSIDFlightKeyEnhancedTokenCache];
+
+ if (useEnhancedCache)
+ {
+ MSID_LOG_WITH_CTX(MSIDLogLevelInfo, context,
+ @"Using enhanced token cache (feature flag enabled)");
+ [self useEnhancedTokenCache];
+ }
+ else
+ {
+ MSID_LOG_WITH_CTX(MSIDLogLevelInfo, context,
+ @"Using standard token cache (feature flag disabled or unavailable)");
+ [self useStandardTokenCache];
+ }
+}
+```
+
+### Step 4: Add Logging
+
+Always log feature flag decisions for debugging:
+
+```objc
+BOOL isFeatureEnabled = [[MSIDFlightManager sharedInstance]
+ isFlightEnabled:MSIDFlightKeyNewFeature];
+
+MSID_LOG_WITH_CTX_PII(MSIDLogLevelInfo, context,
+ @"Feature 'new_feature' is %@",
+ isFeatureEnabled ? @"ENABLED" : @"DISABLED");
+```
+
+## Common Patterns
+
+### Pattern 1: Simple On/Off Toggle
+
+```objc
+- (void)processAuthenticationWithParameters:(MSALTokenParameters *)parameters
+ error:(NSError **)error
+{
+ BOOL useNewFlow = [[MSIDFlightManager sharedInstance]
+ isFlightEnabled:@"new_auth_flow"];
+
+ if (useNewFlow)
+ {
+ return [self processAuthenticationNewFlow:parameters error:error];
+ }
+ else
+ {
+ return [self processAuthenticationLegacyFlow:parameters error:error];
+ }
+}
+```
+
+### Pattern 2: Platform-Specific Feature Flags
+
+```objc
+- (void)configureWebView:(WKWebView *)webView
+{
+ #if TARGET_OS_IOS
+ BOOL useEnhancedWebView = [[MSIDFlightManager sharedInstance]
+ isFlightEnabled:@"enhanced_webview_ios"];
+ #elif TARGET_OS_OSX
+ BOOL useEnhancedWebView = [[MSIDFlightManager sharedInstance]
+ isFlightEnabled:@"enhanced_webview_macos"];
+ #else
+ BOOL useEnhancedWebView = NO;
+ #endif
+
+ if (useEnhancedWebView)
+ {
+ [self configureEnhancedWebView:webView];
+ }
+ else
+ {
+ [self configureStandardWebView:webView];
+ }
+}
+```
+
+### Pattern 3: Multiple Flag Combinations
+
+```objc
+- (void)performAdvancedOperation
+{
+ BOOL featureA = [[MSIDFlightManager sharedInstance] isFlightEnabled:@"feature_a"];
+ BOOL featureB = [[MSIDFlightManager sharedInstance] isFlightEnabled:@"feature_b"];
+
+ if (featureA && featureB)
+ {
+ // Both features enabled
+ [self performOperationWithBothFeatures];
+ }
+ else if (featureA)
+ {
+ // Only feature A enabled
+ [self performOperationWithFeatureA];
+ }
+ else if (featureB)
+ {
+ // Only feature B enabled
+ [self performOperationWithFeatureB];
+ }
+ else
+ {
+ // Neither feature enabled - use baseline
+ [self performBaselineOperation];
+ }
+}
+```
+
+## Best Practices
+
+### 1. Always Provide Fallback
+
+```objc
+// ✅ GOOD: Has clear fallback
+BOOL useNewFeature = [[MSIDFlightManager sharedInstance]
+ isFlightEnabled:@"new_feature"];
+if (useNewFeature)
+{
+ [self useNewImplementation];
+}
+else
+{
+ [self useStableImplementation]; // Clear fallback
+}
+
+// ❌ BAD: Assumes flag will always be available
+if ([[MSIDFlightManager sharedInstance] isFlightEnabled:@"new_feature"])
+{
+ [self useNewImplementation];
+}
+// What happens if flag is NO or unavailable?
+```
+
+### 2. Document Flag Dependencies
+
+```objc
+/**
+ Performs token acquisition with optional enhanced caching.
+
+ @param parameters Token acquisition parameters
+ @param error Error if operation fails
+
+ @return MSALResult on success, nil on failure
+
+ @note This method uses the 'enhanced_token_cache' feature flag when
+ available in broker context. Falls back to standard caching
+ when flag is disabled or unavailable.
+ */
+- (MSALResult *)acquireTokenWithParameters:(MSALTokenParameters *)parameters
+ error:(NSError **)error;
+```
+
+### 3. Log Feature Flag State
+
+```objc
+- (void)performOperation
+{
+ BOOL featureEnabled = [[MSIDFlightManager sharedInstance]
+ isFlightEnabled:@"my_feature"];
+
+ MSID_LOG_WITH_CTX(MSIDLogLevelInfo, nil,
+ @"Feature 'my_feature' state: %@",
+ featureEnabled ? @"ENABLED" : @"DISABLED");
+
+ // ... rest of implementation
+}
+```
+
+### 4. Plan for Removal
+
+Feature flags should be temporary. Document removal plan:
+
+```objc
+/**
+ TODO: Remove feature flag check after Q2 2025 rollout
+
+ Feature flag: 'new_auth_flow'
+ Rollout started: 2024-Q4
+ Expected completion: 2025-Q2
+ Tracking: https://example.com/feature/new-auth-flow
+
+ Once rollout is complete, remove the flag check and keep only
+ the new implementation.
+ */
+BOOL useNewAuthFlow = [[MSIDFlightManager sharedInstance]
+ isFlightEnabled:@"new_auth_flow"];
+```
+
+### 5. Avoid Deep Nesting
+
+```objc
+// ❌ BAD: Too many nested feature flags
+if ([[MSIDFlightManager sharedInstance] isFlightEnabled:@"feature_a"])
+{
+ if ([[MSIDFlightManager sharedInstance] isFlightEnabled:@"feature_b"])
+ {
+ if ([[MSIDFlightManager sharedInstance] isFlightEnabled:@"feature_c"])
+ {
+ // Complex logic here
+ }
+ }
+}
+
+// ✅ GOOD: Extract to separate method with clear logic
+BOOL featureA = [[MSIDFlightManager sharedInstance] isFlightEnabled:@"feature_a"];
+BOOL featureB = [[MSIDFlightManager sharedInstance] isFlightEnabled:@"feature_b"];
+BOOL featureC = [[MSIDFlightManager sharedInstance] isFlightEnabled:@"feature_c"];
+
+[self performOperationWithFeatureA:featureA
+ featureB:featureB
+ featureC:featureC];
+```
+
+### 6. Consider Performance
+
+```objc
+// ✅ GOOD: Cache flag value if checked multiple times
+- (void)performMultipleOperations
+{
+ // Check once and cache
+ BOOL useOptimization = [[MSIDFlightManager sharedInstance]
+ isFlightEnabled:@"optimization"];
+
+ [self operation1WithOptimization:useOptimization];
+ [self operation2WithOptimization:useOptimization];
+ [self operation3WithOptimization:useOptimization];
+}
+
+// ❌ LESS EFFICIENT: Checking same flag multiple times
+- (void)performMultipleOperations
+{
+ [self operation1WithOptimization:[[MSIDFlightManager sharedInstance]
+ isFlightEnabled:@"optimization"]];
+ [self operation2WithOptimization:[[MSIDFlightManager sharedInstance]
+ isFlightEnabled:@"optimization"]];
+ [self operation3WithOptimization:[[MSIDFlightManager sharedInstance]
+ isFlightEnabled:@"optimization"]];
+}
+```
+
+## Error Handling with Feature Flags
+
+```objc
+- (BOOL)performOperationWithError:(NSError **)error
+{
+ BOOL useNewImplementation = [[MSIDFlightManager sharedInstance]
+ isFlightEnabled:@"new_implementation"];
+
+ if (useNewImplementation)
+ {
+ NSError *internalError = nil;
+ BOOL result = [self performNewImplementationWithError:&internalError];
+
+ if (!result)
+ {
+ MSID_LOG_WITH_CTX(MSIDLogLevelError, nil,
+ @"New implementation failed, falling back: %@",
+ internalError);
+
+ // Optional: Fall back to old implementation on failure
+ result = [self performLegacyImplementationWithError:&internalError];
+ }
+
+ if (!result && error)
+ {
+ *error = internalError;
+ }
+
+ return result;
+ }
+ else
+ {
+ return [self performLegacyImplementationWithError:error];
+ }
+}
+```
+
+## Example: Adding a New Feature with Flag
+
+Here's a complete example of adding a new feature behind a feature flag:
+
+```objc
+// 1. Define the flag key constant
+static NSString * const MSIDFlightKeyEnhancedErrorReporting = @"enhanced_error_reporting";
+
+// 2. Implement the feature-flagged method
+- (void)reportError:(NSError *)error
+ withContext:(id)context
+{
+ // Check feature flag
+ BOOL useEnhancedReporting = [[MSIDFlightManager sharedInstance]
+ isFlightEnabled:MSIDFlightKeyEnhancedErrorReporting];
+
+ // Log the decision
+ MSID_LOG_WITH_CTX(MSIDLogLevelInfo, context,
+ @"Enhanced error reporting: %@",
+ useEnhancedReporting ? @"ENABLED" : @"DISABLED");
+
+ if (useEnhancedReporting)
+ {
+ // New enhanced reporting
+ [self reportErrorEnhanced:error withContext:context];
+ }
+ else
+ {
+ // Existing stable reporting
+ [self reportErrorLegacy:error withContext:context];
+ }
+}
+
+// 3. Implement both code paths
+- (void)reportErrorEnhanced:(NSError *)error
+ withContext:(id)context
+{
+ // New implementation with additional telemetry, diagnostics, etc.
+ MSID_LOG_WITH_CTX(MSIDLogLevelError, context,
+ @"Enhanced error report: %@ (domain: %@, code: %ld)",
+ error.localizedDescription,
+ error.domain,
+ (long)error.code);
+
+ // Additional enhanced reporting logic
+ [self collectDiagnostics:error];
+ [self sendTelemetryForError:error];
+}
+
+- (void)reportErrorLegacy:(NSError *)error
+ withContext:(id)context
+{
+ // Existing stable implementation
+ MSID_LOG_WITH_CTX(MSIDLogLevelError, context,
+ @"Error: %@", error.localizedDescription);
+}
+```
+
+## Checklist for Adding Feature Flags
+
+When implementing a new feature behind a feature flag:
+
+- [ ] Define clear, descriptive flag key constant
+- [ ] Implement both new and fallback code paths
+- [ ] Add logging for feature flag state
+- [ ] Handle nil/NO case gracefully (default to stable behavior)
+- [ ] Write unit tests for both enabled and disabled states
+- [ ] Document the feature flag in code comments
+- [ ] Add telemetry/metrics if appropriate
+- [ ] Plan for eventual flag removal (add TODO with timeline)
+- [ ] Verify behavior when broker context is unavailable
+- [ ] Test in real broker context (Microsoft Authenticator/Company Portal)
+
+## Summary
+
+**Key Takeaways for AI Agents:**
+
+1. ✅ **Use feature flags for gradual rollout** of new features
+2. ✅ **Always provide stable fallback** behavior
+3. ✅ **Remember: Only works in broker context** - not for third-party apps
+4. ✅ **Log feature flag decisions** for debugging
+5. ✅ **Test both enabled and disabled states**
+6. ✅ **Plan for eventual removal** of feature flags
+7. ✅ **Document flag dependencies** in code comments
+8. ❌ **Don't use for permanent configuration**
+9. ❌ **Don't assume flags will always be available**
+10. ❌ **Don't leave flags in code indefinitely**
+
+## Related Documentation
+
+- `.clinerules/04-Code-style-guidelines.md` - Code style requirements
+- `MSAL/IdentityCore/IdentityCore/src/MSIDFlightManager.h` - Flight manager API
+- Microsoft internal documentation for broker flight configuration
+
+## Questions?
+
+For questions about feature flag implementation:
+
+- **Microsoft employees**: Contact MSAL iOS team or check internal documentation
+- **Third-party developers**: Implement your own feature flag system
diff --git a/.clinerules/AGENTS.md b/.clinerules/AGENTS.md
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+# AGENTS.md
+
+General information about the project is located in the README.md file.
+
+## Application Creation Guidance
+
+### MSAL Application Configuration for Apple Devices
+
+When creating a new application with MSAL authentication, users need to select a tenant configuration:
+
+- **Workforce** (default): For organizational identities
+ - Follow the instructions detailed under `.clinerules/01-Workforce-tenant-configuration.md`
+- **External**: For customer/partner identities
+ - Follow the instructions detailed under `.clinerules/02-External-tenant-configuration.md`
+
+#### Key Differences Summary: Workforce vs. External Tenants
+
+| Aspect | Workforce Tenant | External Tenant |
+|--------|----------------|------------------|
+| **Target Users** | Employees, internal users | Customers, partners, citizens |
+| **Registration** | Admin-managed accounts | Self-service sign-up |
+| **User Flows** | Standard authentication | Customizable sign-up/sign-in flows |
+| **Branding** | Corporate branding | Fully customizable for customer UX |
+| **Identity Providers** | Typically organizational only | Social providers supported |
+| **Tenant Configuration** | Same, but different context | "Accounts in this organizational directory only" |
+| **Authority Endpoint** | Uses tenant ID or common | Uses tenant subdomain |
+| **Use Cases** | Enterprise apps, B2E scenarios | Consumer apps, B2C scenarios |
+
+## MSAL API usage
+
+Sample code snippets for both Swift & Objective-C can be found in the file `.clinerules/03-MSAL-API-usage.md`
+
+## Code style guidelines
+
+Code style guidelines that AI agents MUST follow when working with this repository can be found in the file `.clinerules/04-Code-style-guidelines.md`
+
+## Feature flag guidelines
+
+Feature flag guidance for AI agents when implementing new features for MSAL library are defined in the file `.clinerules/05-feature-gating.md`
diff --git a/.cursor/rules/ruler_cursor_instructions.mdc b/.cursor/rules/ruler_cursor_instructions.mdc
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+# Cursor Instructions for MSAL iOS/macOS
+
+## Repository Overview
+
+This is the **Microsoft Authentication Library (MSAL) for iOS and macOS** - an authentication SDK for integrating Microsoft identity platform authentication into native Apple applications. The library supports OAuth2/OpenID Connect protocols for Microsoft Entra ID (workforce), External ID (customers), Azure AD B2C, and personal Microsoft accounts.
+
+**Key Facts:**
+
+- **Languages:** Objective-C (primary), Swift (native auth APIs)
+- **Platforms:** iOS 16+, macOS 11+, visionOS 1.2+
+- **Distribution:** CocoaPods, Carthage, Swift Package Manager, Git submodule
+- **Submodule:** `MSAL/IdentityCore` contains shared common code (do NOT make direct changes without understanding impact)
+
+## Critical: Architecture & Project Structure
+
+### Main Workspace & Targets
+
+- **Workspace:** `MSAL.xcworkspace` (ALWAYS use .xcworkspace, NEVER .xcodeproj directly)
+- **Main Project:** `MSAL/MSAL.xcodeproj`
+- **Submodule:** `MSAL/IdentityCore` - shared common library (git submodule)
+
+### Source Code Organization
+
+```
+MSAL/src/
+├── public/ # Public API headers (MSAL prefix)
+│ ├── MSAL.h # Main umbrella header
+│ ├── ios/ # iOS-specific public headers
+│ ├── mac/ # macOS-specific public headers
+│ ├── configuration/ # Configuration classes
+│ └── native_auth/public/ # Native auth public APIs (Swift)
+├── MSALPublicClientApplication.m # Main SDK entry point
+├── configuration/ # Internal configuration
+├── instance/ # Authority/instance handling
+├── native_auth/ # Native authentication (Swift + Obj-C bridge)
+├── telemetry/ # Telemetry implementation
+└── util/ # Utilities
+```
+
+### Public API Files
+
+Public headers MUST be in:
+
+- `MSAL/src/public/*.h` (shared)
+- `MSAL/src/public/ios/*.h` (iOS only)
+- `MSAL/src/public/mac/*.h` (macOS only)
+- `MSAL/src/public/configuration/*.h` (config classes)
+- `MSAL/src/native_auth/public/` (native auth - Swift)
+
+### Configuration Files
+
+- **Build configs:** `MSAL/xcconfig/*.xcconfig` - Xcode build settings
+- **Swift lint:** `MSAL/.swiftlint.yml` - only applies to `src/native_auth`
+- **CocoaPods:** `MSAL.podspec` - pod spec with `app-lib` and `native-auth` subspecs
+- **Swift PM:** `Package.swift` - binary framework distribution
+- **Privacy:** `MSAL/PrivacyInfo.xcprivacy` - Apple privacy manifest
+
+## Testing
+
+**Unit Tests:** Located in `MSAL/test/unit/`
+**Integration Tests:** Located in `MSAL/test/integration/`
+**Automation Tests:** Located in `MSAL/test/automation/` (requires conf.json - not in repo)
+
+**Running Tests:**
+
+- Via Xcode: Select scheme and Cmd+U
+- E2E tests require test configuration from Azure KeyVault (CI only)
+
+## Code Style Guidelines
+
+**READ:** `.clinerules/04-Code-style-guidelines.md` - Contains mandatory Objective-C style rules
+
+**Key Rules (Repository-Specific):**
+
+1. **Opening braces on NEW line** (differs from most Obj-C guides)
+2. **4-space indentation** (never tabs)
+3. **Imports NOT grouped** - list without organizing comments
+4. **Error handling:** Check return value, NEVER the error variable directly
+5. **Prefixes:** `MSAL` for public classes, `MSID` for IdentityCore internal
+6. **Properties over ivars:** Use `@property` declarations
+7. **Swift lint:** Native auth code must pass SwiftLint (line length: 150)
+
+**Example:**
+
+```objc
+- (BOOL)performOperationWithError:(NSError **)error
+{
+ NSError *internalError = nil;
+ BOOL result = [self doSomethingWithError:&internalError];
+
+ if (!result) // Check return value, not error
+ {
+ if (error) *error = internalError;
+ return NO;
+ }
+
+ return YES;
+}
+```
+
+## Making Changes
+
+### Adding New Public API
+
+1. Add header to appropriate `MSAL/src/public/` subdirectory
+2. Import in `MSAL/src/public/MSAL.h` umbrella header
+3. Update `MSAL.podspec` if needed (public_header_files)
+4. Add to `MSAL/module.modulemap` if using native auth subspec
+5. Document in header comments (Jazzy-compatible)
+
+### Modifying Build Settings
+
+1. Edit appropriate `.xcconfig` file in `MSAL/xcconfig/`
+2. Settings cascade: specific → platform → common
+3. Test both Debug and Release configurations
+
+### Adding Dependencies
+
+**Internal:** Avoid. This library should be self-contained.
+**External (IdentityCore):** Coordinate with common library team.
+
+### Modifying IdentityCore Submodule
+
+1. Make changes in IdentityCore repo separately
+2. Update submodule reference: `cd MSAL/IdentityCore && git checkout `
+3. Commit submodule update in MSAL repo
+4. Test thoroughly - affects BOTH MSAL and ADAL
+
+## Key Files to Never Modify
+
+- `MSAL/IdentityCore/` - managed as submodule
+- `Package.swift` - auto-generated by release process
+- `MSAL.zip` - binary distribution artifact
+- `build/` - build artifacts directory
+- `.xcuserdata/` - user-specific Xcode settings
+
+## Trust These Instructions
+
+These instructions have been validated against the actual build system, CI pipelines, and codebase structure. If you encounter conflicts between these instructions and other information:
+
+1. **Trust these instructions FIRST**
+2. Only search for additional information if:
+ - Instructions are incomplete for your specific task
+ - You encounter an error not covered here
+ - You need API usage examples (see `.clinerules/03-MSAL-API-usage.md` for MSAL API samples)
+ - You need to create a new application with MSAL authentication (see `.clinerules/AGENTS.md` for details about the different options the user can select)
+ - You are implementing a new feature in MSAL library, it needs to be guarded by a feature flag (see `.clinerules/05-feature-gating.md` for guidelines)
+
+**When searching:**
+
+- Check `.clinerules/*.md` for code style specifics, API usage, configuration steps and feature flag guidance.
+- Check `README.md` for user-facing documentation
+- Check `CHANGELOG.md` for version history and breaking changes
+- Check specific xcconfig files for build settings
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+# Copilot Instructions for MSAL iOS/macOS
+
+## Repository Overview
+
+This is the **Microsoft Authentication Library (MSAL) for iOS and macOS** - an authentication SDK for integrating Microsoft identity platform authentication into native Apple applications. The library supports OAuth2/OpenID Connect protocols for Microsoft Entra ID (workforce), External ID (customers), Azure AD B2C, and personal Microsoft accounts.
+
+**Key Facts:**
+
+- **Languages:** Objective-C (primary), Swift (native auth APIs)
+- **Platforms:** iOS 16+, macOS 11+, visionOS 1.2+
+- **Distribution:** CocoaPods, Carthage, Swift Package Manager, Git submodule
+- **Submodule:** `MSAL/IdentityCore` contains shared common code (do NOT make direct changes without understanding impact)
+
+## Critical: Architecture & Project Structure
+
+### Main Workspace & Targets
+
+- **Workspace:** `MSAL.xcworkspace` (ALWAYS use .xcworkspace, NEVER .xcodeproj directly)
+- **Main Project:** `MSAL/MSAL.xcodeproj`
+- **Submodule:** `MSAL/IdentityCore` - shared common library (git submodule)
+
+### Source Code Organization
+
+```
+MSAL/src/
+├── public/ # Public API headers (MSAL prefix)
+│ ├── MSAL.h # Main umbrella header
+│ ├── ios/ # iOS-specific public headers
+│ ├── mac/ # macOS-specific public headers
+│ ├── configuration/ # Configuration classes
+│ └── native_auth/public/ # Native auth public APIs (Swift)
+├── MSALPublicClientApplication.m # Main SDK entry point
+├── configuration/ # Internal configuration
+├── instance/ # Authority/instance handling
+├── native_auth/ # Native authentication (Swift + Obj-C bridge)
+├── telemetry/ # Telemetry implementation
+└── util/ # Utilities
+```
+
+### Public API Files
+
+Public headers MUST be in:
+
+- `MSAL/src/public/*.h` (shared)
+- `MSAL/src/public/ios/*.h` (iOS only)
+- `MSAL/src/public/mac/*.h` (macOS only)
+- `MSAL/src/public/configuration/*.h` (config classes)
+- `MSAL/src/native_auth/public/` (native auth - Swift)
+
+### Configuration Files
+
+- **Build configs:** `MSAL/xcconfig/*.xcconfig` - Xcode build settings
+- **Swift lint:** `MSAL/.swiftlint.yml` - only applies to `src/native_auth`
+- **CocoaPods:** `MSAL.podspec` - pod spec with `app-lib` and `native-auth` subspecs
+- **Swift PM:** `Package.swift` - binary framework distribution
+- **Privacy:** `MSAL/PrivacyInfo.xcprivacy` - Apple privacy manifest
+
+## Testing
+
+**Unit Tests:** Located in `MSAL/test/unit/`
+**Integration Tests:** Located in `MSAL/test/integration/`
+**Automation Tests:** Located in `MSAL/test/automation/` (requires conf.json - not in repo)
+
+**Running Tests:**
+
+- Via Xcode: Select scheme and Cmd+U
+- E2E tests require test configuration from Azure KeyVault (CI only)
+
+## Code Style Guidelines
+
+**READ:** `.clinerules/04-Code-style-guidelines.md` - Contains mandatory Objective-C style rules
+
+**Key Rules (Repository-Specific):**
+
+1. **Opening braces on NEW line** (differs from most Obj-C guides)
+2. **4-space indentation** (never tabs)
+3. **Imports NOT grouped** - list without organizing comments
+4. **Error handling:** Check return value, NEVER the error variable directly
+5. **Prefixes:** `MSAL` for public classes, `MSID` for IdentityCore internal
+6. **Properties over ivars:** Use `@property` declarations
+7. **Swift lint:** Native auth code must pass SwiftLint (line length: 150)
+
+**Example:**
+
+```objc
+- (BOOL)performOperationWithError:(NSError **)error
+{
+ NSError *internalError = nil;
+ BOOL result = [self doSomethingWithError:&internalError];
+
+ if (!result) // Check return value, not error
+ {
+ if (error) *error = internalError;
+ return NO;
+ }
+
+ return YES;
+}
+```
+
+## Making Changes
+
+### Adding New Public API
+
+1. Add header to appropriate `MSAL/src/public/` subdirectory
+2. Import in `MSAL/src/public/MSAL.h` umbrella header
+3. Update `MSAL.podspec` if needed (public_header_files)
+4. Add to `MSAL/module.modulemap` if using native auth subspec
+5. Document in header comments (Jazzy-compatible)
+
+### Modifying Build Settings
+
+1. Edit appropriate `.xcconfig` file in `MSAL/xcconfig/`
+2. Settings cascade: specific → platform → common
+3. Test both Debug and Release configurations
+
+### Adding Dependencies
+
+**Internal:** Avoid. This library should be self-contained.
+**External (IdentityCore):** Coordinate with common library team.
+
+### Modifying IdentityCore Submodule
+
+1. Make changes in IdentityCore repo separately
+2. Update submodule reference: `cd MSAL/IdentityCore && git checkout `
+3. Commit submodule update in MSAL repo
+4. Test thoroughly - affects BOTH MSAL and ADAL
+
+## Key Files to Never Modify
+
+- `MSAL/IdentityCore/` - managed as submodule
+- `Package.swift` - auto-generated by release process
+- `MSAL.zip` - binary distribution artifact
+- `build/` - build artifacts directory
+- `.xcuserdata/` - user-specific Xcode settings
+
+## Trust These Instructions
+
+These instructions have been validated against the actual build system, CI pipelines, and codebase structure. If you encounter conflicts between these instructions and other information:
+
+1. **Trust these instructions FIRST**
+2. Only search for additional information if:
+ - Instructions are incomplete for your specific task
+ - You encounter an error not covered here
+ - You need API usage examples (see `.clinerules/03-MSAL-API-usage.md` for MSAL API samples)
+ - You need to create a new application with MSAL authentication (see `.clinerules/AGENTS.md` for details about the different options the user can select)
+ - You are implementing a new feature in MSAL library, it needs to be guarded by a feature flag (see `.clinerules/05-feature-gating.md` for guidelines)
+
+**When searching:**
+
+- Check `.clinerules/*.md` for code style specifics, API usage, configuration steps and feature flag guidance.
+- Check `README.md` for user-facing documentation
+- Check `CHANGELOG.md` for version history and breaking changes
+- Check specific xcconfig files for build settings
diff --git a/CLAUDE.md b/CLAUDE.md
new file mode 100644
index 000000000..97b86f5e1
--- /dev/null
+++ b/CLAUDE.md
@@ -0,0 +1,154 @@
+# Claude Instructions for MSAL iOS/macOS
+
+## Repository Overview
+
+This is the **Microsoft Authentication Library (MSAL) for iOS and macOS** - an authentication SDK for integrating Microsoft identity platform authentication into native Apple applications. The library supports OAuth2/OpenID Connect protocols for Microsoft Entra ID (workforce), External ID (customers), Azure AD B2C, and personal Microsoft accounts.
+
+**Key Facts:**
+
+- **Languages:** Objective-C (primary), Swift (native auth APIs)
+- **Platforms:** iOS 16+, macOS 11+, visionOS 1.2+
+- **Distribution:** CocoaPods, Carthage, Swift Package Manager, Git submodule
+- **Submodule:** `MSAL/IdentityCore` contains shared common code (do NOT make direct changes without understanding impact)
+
+## Critical: Architecture & Project Structure
+
+### Main Workspace & Targets
+
+- **Workspace:** `MSAL.xcworkspace` (ALWAYS use .xcworkspace, NEVER .xcodeproj directly)
+- **Main Project:** `MSAL/MSAL.xcodeproj`
+- **Submodule:** `MSAL/IdentityCore` - shared common library (git submodule)
+
+### Source Code Organization
+
+```
+MSAL/src/
+├── public/ # Public API headers (MSAL prefix)
+│ ├── MSAL.h # Main umbrella header
+│ ├── ios/ # iOS-specific public headers
+│ ├── mac/ # macOS-specific public headers
+│ ├── configuration/ # Configuration classes
+│ └── native_auth/public/ # Native auth public APIs (Swift)
+├── MSALPublicClientApplication.m # Main SDK entry point
+├── configuration/ # Internal configuration
+├── instance/ # Authority/instance handling
+├── native_auth/ # Native authentication (Swift + Obj-C bridge)
+├── telemetry/ # Telemetry implementation
+└── util/ # Utilities
+```
+
+### Public API Files
+
+Public headers MUST be in:
+
+- `MSAL/src/public/*.h` (shared)
+- `MSAL/src/public/ios/*.h` (iOS only)
+- `MSAL/src/public/mac/*.h` (macOS only)
+- `MSAL/src/public/configuration/*.h` (config classes)
+- `MSAL/src/native_auth/public/` (native auth - Swift)
+
+### Configuration Files
+
+- **Build configs:** `MSAL/xcconfig/*.xcconfig` - Xcode build settings
+- **Swift lint:** `MSAL/.swiftlint.yml` - only applies to `src/native_auth`
+- **CocoaPods:** `MSAL.podspec` - pod spec with `app-lib` and `native-auth` subspecs
+- **Swift PM:** `Package.swift` - binary framework distribution
+- **Privacy:** `MSAL/PrivacyInfo.xcprivacy` - Apple privacy manifest
+
+## Testing
+
+**Unit Tests:** Located in `MSAL/test/unit/`
+**Integration Tests:** Located in `MSAL/test/integration/`
+**Automation Tests:** Located in `MSAL/test/automation/` (requires conf.json - not in repo)
+
+**Running Tests:**
+
+- Via Xcode: Select scheme and Cmd+U
+- E2E tests require test configuration from Azure KeyVault (CI only)
+
+## Code Style Guidelines
+
+**READ:** `.clinerules/04-Code-style-guidelines.md` - Contains mandatory Objective-C style rules
+
+**Key Rules (Repository-Specific):**
+
+1. **Opening braces on NEW line** (differs from most Obj-C guides)
+2. **4-space indentation** (never tabs)
+3. **Imports NOT grouped** - list without organizing comments
+4. **Error handling:** Check return value, NEVER the error variable directly
+5. **Prefixes:** `MSAL` for public classes, `MSID` for IdentityCore internal
+6. **Properties over ivars:** Use `@property` declarations
+7. **Swift lint:** Native auth code must pass SwiftLint (line length: 150)
+
+**Example:**
+
+```objc
+- (BOOL)performOperationWithError:(NSError **)error
+{
+ NSError *internalError = nil;
+ BOOL result = [self doSomethingWithError:&internalError];
+
+ if (!result) // Check return value, not error
+ {
+ if (error) *error = internalError;
+ return NO;
+ }
+
+ return YES;
+}
+```
+
+## Making Changes
+
+### Adding New Public API
+
+1. Add header to appropriate `MSAL/src/public/` subdirectory
+2. Import in `MSAL/src/public/MSAL.h` umbrella header
+3. Update `MSAL.podspec` if needed (public_header_files)
+4. Add to `MSAL/module.modulemap` if using native auth subspec
+5. Document in header comments (Jazzy-compatible)
+
+### Modifying Build Settings
+
+1. Edit appropriate `.xcconfig` file in `MSAL/xcconfig/`
+2. Settings cascade: specific → platform → common
+3. Test both Debug and Release configurations
+
+### Adding Dependencies
+
+**Internal:** Avoid. This library should be self-contained.
+**External (IdentityCore):** Coordinate with common library team.
+
+### Modifying IdentityCore Submodule
+
+1. Make changes in IdentityCore repo separately
+2. Update submodule reference: `cd MSAL/IdentityCore && git checkout `
+3. Commit submodule update in MSAL repo
+4. Test thoroughly - affects BOTH MSAL and ADAL
+
+## Key Files to Never Modify
+
+- `MSAL/IdentityCore/` - managed as submodule
+- `Package.swift` - auto-generated by release process
+- `MSAL.zip` - binary distribution artifact
+- `build/` - build artifacts directory
+- `.xcuserdata/` - user-specific Xcode settings
+
+## Trust These Instructions
+
+These instructions have been validated against the actual build system, CI pipelines, and codebase structure. If you encounter conflicts between these instructions and other information:
+
+1. **Trust these instructions FIRST**
+2. Only search for additional information if:
+ - Instructions are incomplete for your specific task
+ - You encounter an error not covered here
+ - You need API usage examples (see `.clinerules/03-MSAL-API-usage.md` for MSAL API samples)
+ - You need to create a new application with MSAL authentication (see `.clinerules/AGENTS.md` for details about the different options the user can select)
+ - You are implementing a new feature in MSAL library, it needs to be guarded by a feature flag (see `.clinerules/05-feature-gating.md` for guidelines)
+
+**When searching:**
+
+- Check `.clinerules/*.md` for code style specifics, API usage, configuration steps and feature flag guidance.
+- Check `README.md` for user-facing documentation
+- Check `CHANGELOG.md` for version history and breaking changes
+- Check specific xcconfig files for build settings
From 134502494e153fc34e1afb16b9c882504d02ab17 Mon Sep 17 00:00:00 2001
From: Juan Arias Roldan <1686668+juan-arias@users.noreply.github.com>
Date: Wed, 12 Nov 2025 14:18:54 -0800
Subject: [PATCH 2/3] Rename to correct file names.
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...enant-configuration.md => 02-External-tenant-configuration.md} | 0
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rename .clinerules/{01-External-tenant-configuration.md => 02-External-tenant-configuration.md} (100%)
diff --git a/.clinerules/02-Workforce-tenant-configuration.md b/.clinerules/01-Workforce-tenant-configuration.md
similarity index 100%
rename from .clinerules/02-Workforce-tenant-configuration.md
rename to .clinerules/01-Workforce-tenant-configuration.md
diff --git a/.clinerules/01-External-tenant-configuration.md b/.clinerules/02-External-tenant-configuration.md
similarity index 100%
rename from .clinerules/01-External-tenant-configuration.md
rename to .clinerules/02-External-tenant-configuration.md
From 2903d4d3e03aa8e27db065a3da56eff187091e4d Mon Sep 17 00:00:00 2001
From: Juan Arias Roldan <1686668+juan-arias@users.noreply.github.com>
Date: Wed, 12 Nov 2025 14:31:56 -0800
Subject: [PATCH 3/3] Address PR comments
---
.clinerules/01-Workforce-tenant-configuration.md | 4 ++--
.clinerules/04-Code-style-guidelines.md | 2 +-
2 files changed, 3 insertions(+), 3 deletions(-)
diff --git a/.clinerules/01-Workforce-tenant-configuration.md b/.clinerules/01-Workforce-tenant-configuration.md
index 50316c33a..0c52cc8cc 100644
--- a/.clinerules/01-Workforce-tenant-configuration.md
+++ b/.clinerules/01-Workforce-tenant-configuration.md
@@ -128,7 +128,7 @@ let kGraphEndpoint = "https://graph.microsoft.de/"
let kAuthority = "https://login.microsoftonline.de/common"
```
-See [Microsoft Graph deployments documentation](/graph/deployments#app-registration-and-token-service-root-endpoints) for other endpoints.
+See [Microsoft Graph deployments documentation](https://learn.microsoft.com/en-us/graph/deployments#app-registration-and-token-service-root-endpoints) for other endpoints.
### 4.3 Configure Bundle Identifier
@@ -273,7 +273,7 @@ After successfully building and running the sample:
### For macOS Applications
-- Follow the tutorial: [Sign in users and call Microsoft Graph from a macOS app](https://learn.microsoft.com/en-us/entra/identity-platform/tutorial-v2-ios)
+- Follow the iOS tutorial (also applies to macOS): [Sign in users and call Microsoft Graph from a iOS/macOS app](https://learn.microsoft.com/en-us/entra/identity-platform/tutorial-v2-ios)
- Implement additional application features
- Add keychain integration for secure token storage
diff --git a/.clinerules/04-Code-style-guidelines.md b/.clinerules/04-Code-style-guidelines.md
index bf5864c1f..95801120f 100644
--- a/.clinerules/04-Code-style-guidelines.md
+++ b/.clinerules/04-Code-style-guidelines.md
@@ -541,7 +541,7 @@ All new files **MUST** include the Microsoft copyright header when added to this
//
// THE SOFTWARE IS PROVIDED "AS IS", WITHOUT WARRANTY OF ANY KIND, EXPRESS OR
// IMPLIED, INCLUDING BUT NOT LIMITED TO THE WARRANTIES OF MERCHANTABILITY,
-// FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE AND NONINFRINGEMENT.IN NO EVENT SHALL THE
+// FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE AND NONINFRINGEMENT. IN NO EVENT SHALL THE
// AUTHORS OR COPYRIGHT HOLDERS BE LIABLE FOR ANY CLAIM, DAMAGES OR OTHER
// LIABILITY, WHETHER IN AN ACTION OF CONTRACT, TORT OR OTHERWISE, ARISING FROM,
// OUT OF OR IN CONNECTION WITH THE SOFTWARE OR THE USE OR OTHER DEALINGS IN