You can get your own instance of Menti in SURFconext. This instance is unique to your institute and needs to be be configured by you. This is known as a Single Tenant Service. You need to get in touch with both Menti and with us (support@surfconext.nl) to set things up.

When you have configured Menti, the instance can be added to SURFconext by making use of the Service Provider Dashboard. See this page for a detailed description how to make use of the Service Provider Dashboard. Ask for access to the Service Provider dashboard by sending us a mail at support@surfconext.nl. We will setup a Menti space for your institution. This page describes how to set things up with ease. 

How to set up Single Sign-On (SSO) in Menti

Setting up SSO for your subscription enables Mentimeter users in your organization to easily access their account using their company credentials. If you would like to set up SSO, make sure that you have an Enterprise subscription and reach out to your relationship manager. Mentimeter supports SAML 2.0 protocol as does SURFconext. All relevant information to set things up in Menti can be found on the Menti support pages. 


Add SURFconext SSO Details in Mentimeter

In the field 'Add your SSO details in Mentimeter, paste the SURFconext IdP Proxy metadata: https://metadata.surfconext.nl/idp-metadata.xml 


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When you you have done so, click Add SSO Configuration. 

Workspace settings

In the Workspace settings, you can define a unique name that users can use to find and log in to your Mentimeter instance. For example: "universiteithardewijk.nl", "unimaas", or "surf.nl". If a workspace name is unavailable, Mentimeter will notify you.  In the Permissions section, you can enable additional options, such as allowing users to find your workspace using their email address (e.g. anyone@surf.nl). 

Configure Mentimeter in SURFconext

After setting up your Mentimeter instance at Mentimeter, your instance must be integrated into SURFconext using the Service Provider (SP) Dashboard.

Step 1: Request Access to the SP Dashboard

To begin, request access to the SP Dashboard by emailing support@surfconext.nl. We will create a Mentimeter space for you. Let us know who will be working on this from your side so we can send the necessary invitations. For a detailed guide on using the SP Dashboard, see this page.

Step 2: Login to the SP Dashboard using your Institutional Account

If you do not have an institutional account, you must set up an account using our guest IdP eduID. 

Step 3: Configure the Menti Instance in our SP Dashboard

Once you have access, proceed with the following configuration steps:

  1. Download the Mentimeter Metadata XML

    • Download the Metadata XML from Mentimeter.

  2. Import the XML into the SP Dashboard

    • Upload the Metadata XML in the SP Dashboard.

  3. Complete Additional Required Fields

    • Fill in the missing fields not included in Mentimeter's metadata but required for SURFconext, such as:

  4. Public Key Certificate

    • While you may copy Mentimeter’s public key certificate into the certificate field, this is not required for SURFconext.

  5. Choose an Attribute for Authentication

    • Select an appropriate attribute for authentication with Mentimeter.
    • Typically, email (mail) is used. Ensure this matches the configuration in your Mentimeter instance.
    • Provide a justification for the chosen attribute in the designated field.

  6. Submit for Approval

    • Click Publish to submit the configuration.
    • We will conduct the necessary checks.

Step 4: Request a Connection Approval

Before attempting to log in, send us a connection request. This request must be approved by the SURFconext representatives of your institution before authentication can be enabled. Once approved, your Mentimeter instance will be ready for use with SURFconext.

Login in to Mentimeter

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Login to Mentimeter

Once set up, follow these steps to log in:

  1. Navigate to www.mentimeter.com.
  2. Click Log in with SSO.
  3. In the Email or workspace name field, enter your institutional email (e.g., john.doe@universiteitvanhardewijk.nl).
  4. Log in using your institutional credentials.
  5. You're now ready to use Mentimeter!

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