Authelia - Open Source IDP
Switching to Authelia:
Advantages and Tradeoffs for Companies Using Cognito, Auth0, or PingID
Identity and access management (IAM) is a critical component for securing applications and user data. Many companies rely on managed services like AWS Cognito, Auth0 (now part of Okta), and PingID (from Ping Identity) for their authentication needs. These platforms offer robust features, but they can come with ongoing costs, potential vendor lock-in, and reliance on third-party infrastructure.