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WSO2 Identity Server
What WSO2 Identity Server is
WSO2 Identity Server is free identity software supporting OAuth, OpenID Connect, and SAML 2.0. It offers five listed multi-factor authentication methods: TOTP, email OTP, SMS OTP, passkeys, and push notifications. The product also supports directory synchronization and lifecycle provisioning, bringing directory updates and user-lifecycle functions into its capability set. Adaptive access policies and adaptive access are listed as supported capabilities. A free plan is available, with no paid pricing listed. WSO2 was founded in 2005 and is headquartered in Sri Lanka. These features give organizations protocol choices for sign-in, several additional-authentication methods, directory and provisioning functions, and adaptive access controls. WSO2 Identity Server is presented through the WSO2 identity-platform website, where its identity-server offering is described.
Who it suits
It suits organizations needing federated sign-in protocols, multiple MFA methods, directory sync, lifecycle provisioning, and adaptive access. The free plan may fit teams evaluating those identity capabilities.
What it does well
- Supports OAuth, OpenID Connect, and SAML 2.0
- Five listed MFA methods
- Directory synchronization
- Lifecycle provisioning
- Adaptive access policies
What to know first
- No client platforms listed
- No deployment workflow listed
- Free plan only; paid options not listed
Verdict
WSO2 Identity Server covers protocols, MFA, directory synchronization, provisioning, and adaptive access in a free offering. It is worth considering when those specific identity functions matter and platform details can be confirmed separately.
Facts from WSO2 Identity Server's own pages
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