Okta

Okta, Inc. is a leading independent identity and access management company headquartered in San Francisco, California. Established in 2009 by Todd McKinnon and Frederic Kerrest, Okta specializes in providing cloud-based solutions that enable organizations to securely manage user authentication across applications, websites, and devices.

The company's primary offerings include:

• Single Sign-On (SSO): Allows users to access multiple applications with a single set of credentials, enhancing both security and user convenience.
• Adaptive Multi-Factor Authentication (MFA): Provides an additional layer of security by requiring multiple forms of verification before granting access.
• Identity Governance: Ensures that the right individuals have appropriate access to resources, facilitating compliance and reducing security risks.
• Privileged Access Management: Manages and monitors access to critical systems and data, protecting against unauthorized use.
• Identity Threat Protection: Detects and responds to potential security threats related to user identities.

In 2021, Okta expanded its capabilities by acquiring Auth0, a developer-focused identity management platform, for $6.5 billion. This strategic move enhanced Okta's ability to serve both workforce and customer identity needs, integrating Auth0's technology into its platform to offer application-embedded identity security.

As of 2025, Okta serves over 19,650 customers worldwide, including notable organizations such as JetBlue, Nordstrom, Siemens, Slack, T-Mobile, and Twilio. The company's solutions are utilized across various industries, including healthcare, financial services, technology, and retail.

Locations

Okta operates globally, with offices in many key cities including:

• Amsterdam
• Bangalore
• Bellevue
• Chicago, IL, USA
• Dublin
• London
• Manila
• Munich
• New York
• Paris
• San Francisco
• Seoul
• Singapore
• Stockholm
• Sydney
• Tel Aviv
• Tokyo
• Toronto
• Washington, DC, USA
• Zurich

Specifically, the Chicago office is located at 123 N Wacker Drive, Suite 400, Chicago, IL 60606.

Mission and Vision

Okta's mission is to secure identity, enabling individuals and organizations to safely use any technology. By providing flexible and neutral identity solutions, Okta empowers businesses and developers to drive security, efficiency, and success while protecting users, employees, and partners.