Okta

Okta is an Identity and Access Management (IAM) company that provides cloud software to help companies manage and secure user authentication into applications, and for developers to build identity controls into applications, website web services, and devices.

Okta allows organizations to manage user access to various systems and applications. It supports secure login processes through Multi-Factor Authentication (MFA), Single Sign-On (SSO), and universal directory services for storing and managing user profiles.

As a cloud-based solution, Okta enables companies to implement IAM functionalities without the need for on-premise hardware, leading to potentially lower costs and easier scalability. Okta integrates with thousands of apps and services, including popular software like Microsoft Office 365, Salesforce, and Google Workspace, facilitating seamless access across a range of tools.

It provides comprehensive identity management solutions for businesses, including employee identity management, customer identity and access management (CIAM), and B2B integration. Security is a core aspect of Okta’s offerings. The platform includes features like automated provisioning and deprovisioning of users, integration with security tools, and compliance support.

Okta offers a set of tools and APIs that developers can use to build authentication and authorization into their applications, web services, or devices. The platform is known for its flexibility and the ability to customize various aspects of identity and access management to suit specific organizational needs.

Okta provides secure identity management for APIs, enabling organizations to control who can access their APIs and how they can be used.