IAM vs PAM: What's the Difference?

Keeper Security

Jun 19, 2025

Identity and Access Management (IAM) and Privileged Access Management (PAM) are essential tools for securing user and administrative access. Learn how they differ, when to use them and the ways they can work together to protect your organization’s sensitive data.

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TIMESTAMPS:

00:00-00:20 Introduction

00:21-00:29 What Is IAM?

00:30-00:37 What Is PAM?

00:38-01:07 Key Differences Between IAM and PAM

01:08-01:43 When To Implement IAM vs PAM

01:44-01:49 Final Thoughts