# AWS SSM

The SSM Parameter store is a service which is part of Systems Manager which allows the storage and retrieval of parameters - string, stringlist or secure string.

The service supports encryption which integrates with KMS, versioning and can be secured using IAM.

The service integrates natively with many AWS services - and can be accessed using the CLI/APIs from anywhere with access to the AWS Public Space Endpoints.

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