Okta Review

Okta is an SSO software that focuses primarily on securely connecting users to the right technology. Using the Okta Identity Cloud, the company simplifies secure access to applications and infrastructure providers with its wide range of built-in integrations. Meeting the needs of different organizations, the platform leverages its solutions to safeguard the identity of employees and customers, helping them reach their full potential without fearing identity-related threats. The company is built on the idea that confident users and organizations can fully express their potential when their identity is well protected.

OKTA – TUTORIAL

OKTA – FEATURES

• Universal directory: a cloud-based identity repository that serves as a single source of truth for all users, groups, and devices, simplifying user management.
• Single sign-on (SSO): allows users to log in once and gain access to all their cloud, on-premises, and mobile applications without re-entering credentials.
• Passwordless authentication: provides multiple password-free options, including magic links via email, Device Trust, and support for WebAuthn and biometrics.
• Multi-factor authentication (MFA): adds security layers with different factors, including biometrics (such as Windows Hello, FaceID, TouchID), push notifications through the app, SMS, and security questions.
• Lifecycle management: automates onboarding, offboarding, and user data synchronization between Okta and downstream applications using protocols such as SCIM.
• Security and access features: Identity threat protection: uses Okta’s artificial intelligence to monitor and analyze risk signals, detect threats, and block malicious activities in real time.
• Privileged access: provides secure management and access controls for the most critical accounts and resources, enforcing the principle of least privilege.
• Adaptive authentication: dynamically adjusts authentication policies based on risk signals, creating a secure and seamless user experience.