Okta

Okta

Identity and access management platform for secure authentication and authorization

By Okta, Inc.

Identity and Access Management Identity Management Access Management Authentication

Product Overview

Okta is a leading identity and access management (IAM) platform that provides secure authentication, authorization, and user lifecycle management across on-premises and cloud applications. It enables enterprises to manage and secure user access efficiently, supporting single sign-on (SSO), multi-factor authentication (MFA), and directory services integration.

Okta offers a comprehensive suite of identity services that bridges users to applications with enhanced security and usability. The platform supports diverse IT environments by integrating with numerous on-premises and cloud apps. It simplifies user provisioning, enforces adaptive security policies, and ensures compliance with industry regulations. Okta enables businesses to provide seamless, secure access to employees, partners, and customers at scale.

Headquarters and Est. In

San Francisco, United States — Est. 2009

No. of Employees

1001-5000

Customer Demography

Global

Customer Domains

Technology Finance Healthcare Retail Education

Use Case Deep Dive

Interactive analysis dashboard - explore detailed performance insights for key business scenarios

Enterprise Single Sign-On Deployment

Centralize authentication for all enterprise applications to simplify access and enhance security.

Multi-Factor Authentication Implementation

Enhance organizational security by requiring multi-factor authentication for sensitive systems.

Hybrid Directory Integration and Identity Federation

Unify user identities from on-premises directories with cloud identity management for seamless access.

API Security and Access Management

Protect APIs with centralized OAuth token validation and access policies.

Automated User Lifecycle and Provisioning

Automate user account creation, updates, and deactivation across enterprise applications when roles change or employees join/leave.

Customer Identity and Access Management (CIAM)

Provide secure and seamless authentication for customer-facing applications with support for social login and self-service.

Risk-Based Adaptive Access Control

Implement zero-trust security by dynamically adjusting access policies based on user behavior and risk signals.

Branded Authentication and User Portal

Deliver a consistent and trusted login experience with customizable branding across authentication flows and portals.

Access Request and Approval Workflow Automation

Streamline access packaging and approvals to reduce delays and enforce governance.

Passwordless Authentication Deployment

Replace passwords with biometric or device-based authentication to enhance security and user experience.

Key Features

Explore the core capabilities that make Okta stand out.

Single Sign-On (SSO)

Provides secure one-click access to multiple applications using a single set of credentials.

Authentication

Multi-Factor Authentication (MFA)

Enhances security by requiring multiple verification methods to confirm user identity.

Security

Universal Directory

Centralizes user profile and access data from multiple sources into a single directory.

Directory Services

Lifecycle Management

Automates user onboarding, offboarding, and access changes across applications.

Provisioning

Adaptive Access Policies

Enforces dynamic access control based on context such as user behavior, device, or location.

Security

API Access Management

Secures and manages access to APIs through OAuth tokens and policies.

Api Security

Integration with Cloud and On-Prem Applications

Offers pre-built connectors for thousands of applications across cloud and on-premises environments.

Integration

Customizable Branding

Allows organizations to tailor the authentication experience with logos, colors, and layout.

User Experience

Reporting and Analytics

Provides detailed reports and dashboards on authentication activity, security incidents, and compliance.

Analytics

Self-Service Password Reset

Enables users to reset their passwords securely without IT intervention.

User Experience

Workflow Automation

Design and automate identity-related processes and approvals.

Provisioning

Directory Integration

Supports synchronization and federation with Active Directory, LDAP, and other directories.

Directory Services

Device Trust Management

Ensures that only secure, compliant devices can access sensitive applications.

Security

Social Authentication

Allows users to log in using social media accounts like Google, Facebook, or LinkedIn.

Authentication

Access Gateway

Extends Okta’s identity services to on-premises applications without modifying them.

Integration

Developer APIs and SDKs

Offers extensive APIs and SDKs to build custom identity experiences.

Extensibility

Service Provider and Identity Provider Federation

Supports federation with external identity providers to enable seamless cross-organization access.

Integration

Security Reporting and Audit Logs

Captures detailed logs of user activity and administrative changes for audit and compliance.

Analytics

Passwordless Authentication

Enables secure access without traditional passwords using biometrics and device-based credentials.

Security

Mobile Identity Management

Provides secure authentication and access capabilities optimized for mobile devices.

Mobile

Embedded Identity for Customer IAM

Delivers customizable identity experiences for customer-facing applications.

Customer Identity

Policy-Based Access Governance

Defines and enforces access policies combining roles, attributes, and risk factors.

Security

Access Request and Approval Workflows

Facilitates controlled user access through defined request and approval processes.

Provisioning

Contextual Integrations

Not just "integrates with" – here's the specific value each integration delivers:

Salesforce

Delivers: Customer relationship management platform integration for seamless identity access.

Microsoft 365

Delivers: Microsoft’s productivity suite integration for identity and access management.

Workday

Delivers: Human capital management system integration for user lifecycle automation.

Active Directory

Delivers: Microsoft’s directory services integration for hybrid identity management.

Google Workspace

Google Workspace

Delivers: Google’s productivity suite integrated for secure identity and access management.

Slack

Slack

Delivers: Team collaboration platform integration for secure access and notifications.

Resources

Latest insights, guides, and templates to accelerate your decisions.

Blog Posts

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Okta Blog

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Recent5 min

Identity Management Insights

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Downloads

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Case Studies

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Platform Updates

RecentLatest

Okta Identity Cloud Release Notes

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Videos

Watch Okta in action.

Okta Overview and Demo

Okta Overview and Demo

Implementing MFA with Okta

Implementing MFA with Okta

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Pricing & Plans

Pricing information available upon request. Contact our sales team for custom pricing tailored to your needs.

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Okta:

Okta is used for identity and access management, providing secure authentication, single sign-on, multi-factor authentication, and user provisioning across cloud and on-premises applications.

Yes, Okta supports a wide range of MFA methods including push notifications, SMS, hardware tokens, and biometrics to enhance security.

Yes, Okta integrates with Active Directory, LDAP, and other directories to synchronize user identities and enable hybrid identity management.

Okta supports integration with thousands of cloud SaaS applications, on-premises apps, APIs, and custom applications.

Yes, Okta provides Customer Identity and Access Management (CIAM) features including social login, self-registration, and scalability for external users.

Okta includes features and reporting to support compliance with standards such as GDPR, HIPAA, PCI-DSS, and others.

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