What is the difference between IAM Role and IAM User?

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Sajanvethakumar Francis · Accepted Answer

IAM User: Represents a person/application with long-term credentials (username/password or access keys). IAM Role: Temporary credentials, meant to be assumed by users, apps, or AWS services. Example: A developer = IAM User. An EC2 needing S3 access = IAM Role

What is the difference between IAM Role and IAM User?

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