About Okta
Okta is the leading identity-as-a-service platform providing SSO, MFA, lifecycle management, and API access management. While not a traditional password manager, it eliminates passwords through single sign-on and provides centralized identity governance for enterprises.
What's Great
- ✓Market leader in cloud identity with 7,000+ pre-built SSO integrations
- ✓Eliminates password sprawl through centralized single sign-on
- ✓Adaptive MFA adds security without frustrating users with excessive prompts
- ✓Lifecycle management automates provisioning and deprovisioning
- ✓Universal Directory unifies identities across cloud and on-premise systems
Watch Out For
- !Enterprise pricing — per-user costs add up for large organizations
- !Complexity requires dedicated identity management expertise
- !2022 security incident raised questions about vendor trust
- !Not a password manager — complements but doesn't replace one for non-SSO apps
Common Use Cases
1
Enterprise deploying SSO across 200+ SaaS applications for 5,000 employees
2
IT team automating user provisioning and deprovisioning tied to HR system events
3
Organization implementing adaptive MFA that adjusts authentication based on risk signals
Pricing Model
Paid
Paid subscription required. Check the website for current pricing and free trials.
Category
Enterprise SSO & IAM
Enterprise-grade single sign-on and identity management platforms.
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