Task-Scoped Token
A task-scoped token is an access token issued specifically for a single agent task, carrying only the permissions needed for that task and expiring when the task completes or times out.
Why this matters for AI agents
Task-scoped tokens operationalize just-for-task access. They are the credential that makes per-task least privilege practical rather than aspirational.
How AgntID relates
AgntID issues task-scoped tokens as the primary access credential for agent tool calls—derived at task start, bound to the task context, and automatically expiring at task end.
The static IAM gap
Session tokens and API keys are not task-scoped. They persist across multiple tasks and carry broad permissions that are not tied to any specific task context.
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Frequently asked questions
What is a task-scoped token?
A task-scoped token is an access token issued specifically for a single agent task, carrying only the permissions needed for that task and expiring when the task completes or times out.
How does a task-scoped token enforce least privilege?
Task-scoped tokens operationalize just-for-task access. They are the credential that makes per-task least privilege practical rather than aspirational.
How does AgntID issue task-scoped tokens?
AgntID issues task-scoped tokens at task start, bound to the task context. The token automatically expires at task end.
Secure every agent tool call at execution time.
AgntID gives infrastructure teams scoped, ephemeral access control for AI agents without replacing IAM, MCP servers, tools, or agent frameworks.