FAQs
For Android Devices, you can get it from the Google Play Store. All you have to do is search “o*kta Mobile” or click on the following links to navigate directly to the Okta Mobile download page in the Apple App Store or Google Play Store. Once logged in, your list of apps will display in a tile view.
How to login to Okta Mobile? ›
Open the app. Sign in by entering your company's Okta sign-in URL (Site name) and your Okta credentials (username and password). Site name is your Okta sign-in URL. For example, if your company's domain name is acme.com, your Okta sign-in URL (site name) might be acme.okta.com.
What is the difference between Okta Mobile app and Okta verify? ›
What is the difference between Okta Mobile and Okta Verify? 'Okta Mobile' is the mobile app that allows you to access all of your applications on a mobile device. 'Okta Verify' is the mobile app that allows you to have a second factor for Multifactor Authentication (MFA).
What kind of app is Okta? ›
The provisioning functionality in Okta allows you to manage and automate the exchange of user identity information in cloud-based and on-premises apps and services. The protocol used for communication between Okta and external apps is the industry-standard Security Cross-domain Identity Management (SCIM) protocol.
How do I set up Okta for the first time? ›
Navigate to https://personal.okta.com.
- Enter your personal email address.
- Enter the one time passcode sent to your email address.
- Provide your first and last name to complete your Okta Personal profile.
- Select a mobile device type (i.e. iOS or Android).
- Follow the device-specific steps to finish setting up your account.
How do I connect my phone to Okta? ›
Start this task
- Start on the device where you already have an Okta Verify account. ...
- Install Okta Verify on your new Android device.
- Open the app, and then tap Add account from another device and follow the instructions.
- Set up the account. ...
- Confirm that you're pairing the right devices.
Is Okta Mobile no longer supported? ›
Okta Mobile isn't supported. To access apps protected by Okta, users can open the Okta End-User Dashboard in a mobile browser or from the Okta Verify app.
What is my Okta username and password? ›
If you don't know your username, contact your company's help desk who set up your organization's Okta accounts. If you forgot your password, use the Forgot Password link at the bottom of the sign-in page to generate a new one. If the link isn't available, contact your IT department.
Why would someone use Okta? ›
Better security: Okta's user authentication and identity management safeguard applications and resources. Better user experience: Okta's single sign-on lets users access apps and resources without having to remember different passwords or connect to various accounts.
What is the 6 digit code for Okta? ›
When I open Okta Verify, I see a six-digit code. What is it for? When you access apps protected by Okta, Okta Verify generates a code that you can enter in the sign-in window to confirm your identity. You need this code only if you select the Okta Verify code option in the authentication window.
On your device, download Okta Verify from the Google Play Store – Okta Verify and install it. Open the app and follow the instructions to add your account. When prompted, point your camera at the QR code displayed in the browser on the computer. Follow the instructions to complete the account setup.
What does Okta do to your phone? ›
Okta Mobile is an app for iPads, iPhones, or Android devices. When you launch Okta Mobile, you get one-click access to all your applications managed by Okta. From Okta Mobile you can also enroll in Okta Mobility Management (OMM) if it's configured by your organization.
How do I open Okta app? ›
Tap Okta Mobile on your device to open the app. Your applications are displayed in a tile view, similar to your Okta dashboard in the web browser on your computer.
Who is Okta's biggest competitor? ›
Competitors and Alternatives to Okta
- Microsoft.
- Ping Identity.
- Oracle.
- IBM.
- RSA.
- SecureAuth.
- Broadcom.
- Google.
How to install Okta on desktop? ›
For Okta Verify OTP
- Click the One-time password.
- Select the display name, and then click Next. ...
- On mobile devices, install the Okta Verify app.
- Click Next.
- On the mobile device, open Okta Verify and tap Add accountOrganization Yes, ready to scan.
- Scan the QR code from the computer screen.
How do I set up Okta on my Iphone? ›
For manual setup, open Okta Verify and follow the instructions to add an account.
- Tap Add Account and choose Organization.
- Tap Yes, Ready to Scan.
- Tap Enter Key Manually.
- Enter your credentials on the Enter Key page. Then, tap Add Account. ...
- In your browser, enter the code that appears in Okta Verify.
- Click Verify.
Where do I get my Okta QR code? ›
Or If you are trying to add okta verify to a new device , first of all you have to reset the okta verify . Go to okta dashboard -> settings -> extra verifications. Remove "Okta Verify". The remove button changes to "Set up" which will get you to a new QR code.
How do I install Okta on Chrome? ›
In the Chrome Web Store, go to the Okta Browser Plugin page. Click Add to Chrome. Verify the permissions granted to the Okta Browser Plugin and then click Add Extension.