Overview
WorkOS is a modern identity platform purpose-built for B2B SaaS applications that need enterprise-grade authentication features without the complexity of managing SSO infrastructure internally. It provides developers with a comprehensive suite of APIs and tools to implement Single Sign-On (SSO), Directory Sync, SCIM provisioning, and Audit Logs through a developer-friendly interface and powerful Admin Portal.
The platform simplifies enterprise adoption by enabling IT administrators to configure SSO and Directory Sync connections themselves through an intuitive Admin Portal, dramatically reducing the burden on your support and engineering teams. WorkOS supports major identity providers including Microsoft Active Directory, Okta, Workday, Google Workspace, and Azure AD, making it compatible with any enterprise customer's existing infrastructure.
Directory Sync implements enterprise-grade User Lifecycle Management (ULM), automatically syncing user provisioning and deprovisioning from customers' directory providers. This makes WorkOS an essential tool for SaaS companies looking to meet enterprise security, compliance, and governance requirements, with a free tier for user management that allows you to get started without immediate commitment.
Pricing
Free
- User management API
- Basic authentication
- Email verification
- Password management
- +2 more features
SSO
- Single Sign-On (SAML 2.0, OIDC)
- Identity provider integrations
- Admin Portal for IT setup
- Multiple identity provider support
- +3 more features
Directory Sync
- SCIM 2.0 provisioning
- User Lifecycle Management (ULM)
- Automated user sync
- Automated user deprovisioning
- +3 more features
SSO + Directory Sync
- Everything in SSO
- Everything in Directory Sync
- Unified user experience
- Coordinated provisioning
- +2 more features
Enterprise
- Everything in SSO + Directory Sync
- Volume discounts
- Custom SSO connections (unlimited)
- Multi-tenant support
- +5 more features
Free tier available for user management. SSO: $125/month per connection. Directory Sync: $125/month per connection. Volume discounts available for enterprise customers.
Best for: B2B SaaS companies, Enterprise software vendors, Product teams, Backend developers, IT administrators, Security teams
The Good
- Easy to implement for developers
- Powerful Admin Portal for IT teams
- Supports multiple identity providers
- Strong enterprise focus
- Comprehensive API documentation
- SCIM and audit logging included
- Reduces support burden
The Bad
- Paid pricing for core features
- Requires individual connections per organization
- Higher cost at scale
- Primarily B2B focused
Best For
B2B SaaS companies, Enterprise software vendors, Product teams, Backend developers, IT administrators, Security teams
While WorkOS targets B2B SaaS companies, solopreneurs can leverage its free tier and developer-friendly APIs to implement enterprise-grade SSO without maintaining complex authentication infrastructure. The comprehensive Admin Portal reduces support burden, allowing you to scale your app's enterprise appeal without hiring a dedicated security team.
Key Features
- 01Single Sign-On (SSO) via SAML and OIDC
- 02Directory Sync with User Lifecycle Management
- 03SCIM provisioning for enterprise directories
- 04Admin Portal for self-service configuration
- 05Multi-directory support (Okta, Microsoft, Google, Workday)
- 06Audit Logs and compliance tracking
Integrations
Use Cases
- Enterprise SSO implementation
- User lifecycle management
- Directory synchronization
- SCIM provisioning
- Audit trail compliance
- Identity provider integration
- Enterprise adoption acceleration
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