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DynamicGroup

by FirstAttribute AG
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VendorFirstAttribute AG
Year launchedN/A
StatusActive
LocationMunich Office Am Büchele 18 86928 Hofstetten Germany
Countries servedGlobal
Languages2
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Free tierNO
Free trialNO
Contact salesYES

About DynamicGroup

DynamicGroup is the gold standard for "set-it-and-forget-it" Active Directory management.

DynamicGroup is the gold standard for "set-it-and-forget-it" Active Directory management. While IT departments often struggle with complex PowerShell scripts to manage groups, DynamicGroup provides a powerful, GUI-driven alternative that is both faster and more secure. It is a vital tool for any organization following a Zero Trust or "Least Privilege" model, ensuring that access rights are always based on current employee data. For mid-to-large enterprises, the reduction in helpdesk tickets and the increase in security audit compliance make it a highly worthwhile investment.

Pros & Cons

Pros
  • Essential for companies using Azure AD Connect
  • Works with existing Active Directory attributes without requiring complex schema extensions.
  • It provides a visual GUI that is accessible to junior IT admins.
Cons
  • To get the most out of the tool, admins still need a basic understanding of LDAP query syntax.
  • It is primarily a desktop/server-installed application, not a pure SaaS tool.
  • Limited strictly to environments using Microsoft Active Directory.

Features

Key features

Flat Group Resolution

Dissolves nested groups into a single "flat" list to ensure compatibility with cloud sync tools like Entra ID Connect.

Exclusion/Inclusion Lists

Provides manual overrides to exclude specific users from a dynamic group or force-include them regardless of their attributes.

Delegation Mode

Allows global admins to delegate the management of specific dynamic groups to local helpdesk staff without granting full AD permissions.

Smart Creation Wizard

A step-by-step tool that allows admins to create dozens of dynamic groups simultaneously based on OU or attribute patterns.

Automated AD Group Memberships

Groups are updated in real-time based on LDAP queries (e.g., all users in the "Marketing" department).

Additional features

Service Monitoring

A dedicated Windows service ensures memberships are updated even when the console is closed.

Dynamic Security Groups

Automates permission sets for folders, printers, and applications.

Priority Sorting

Allows admins to define the order in which queries are calculated to optimize performance.

LDAPS Support

Supports secure LDAP (Port 636) for encrypted communication.

Multi-Domain Support

Capable of managing groups across multiple forests and domains within a single console.

Audit Logging

Tracks all membership changes and administrative actions for compliance and troubleshooting.

Search Functionality

Quickly locate existing dynamic groups within a large AD tree using a top-level search bar.

Query Preview

See a list of members who would be in a group before applying the settings.

Bulk Import

Use CSV files to mass-create dynamic groups and their associated queries.

Time-Based Filters

Create groups based on timestamps (e.g., "New Employees" hired in the last 30 days).

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Countries & Languages

Global
Countries served
2
Interface languages
3
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Interface languages

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