Overview
authentik is your comprehensive, open-source Identity Provider (IdP) designed for modern Single Sign-On (SSO). Whether you're managing a small lab or a large production cluster, authentik provides the robust authentication glue you need, supporting a wide array of protocols including SAML, OAuth2/OIDC, LDAP, and RADIUS. It's the ideal self-hosted solution to streamline user access and enhance security across your applications.
Key Features
- Extensive Protocol Support: Integrates seamlessly with SAML, OAuth2/OIDC, LDAP, RADIUS, and more.
- Modern SSO Solution: Built for today's dynamic application landscapes, offering flexible and secure user authentication.
- Self-Hosted Flexibility: Deploy and manage your identity infrastructure on your own terms, from small test environments to enterprise-grade Kubernetes clusters.
- Developer-Friendly: Comprehensive documentation and a clear contribution process empower developers to extend and customize authentik.
- Enterprise-Grade Capabilities: A powerful enterprise offering is available for organizations seeking to replace complex, legacy IdPs with a modern, scalable solution.
Typical Use Cases
- Centralized User Authentication: Consolidate user management and authentication for all your applications into a single, secure source of truth.
- Implementing Single Sign-On (SSO): Enable users to access multiple applications with a single set of credentials, improving user experience and productivity.
- Securing APIs and Microservices: Protect your backend services with robust OAuth2/OIDC flows and authorization policies.
- Migrating from Legacy IdPs: Transition from solutions like Okta, Auth0, Entra ID, or Ping Identity to a flexible, self-hosted, and open-source alternative.
- Building Secure User Portals: Create secure customer or partner portals with delegated authentication and granular access control.
