Secret Double Octopus
Multi-factor authentication (MFA) software
Biometric authentication software
Passwordless authentication software
Identity management software
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What is Secret Double Octopus
Secret Double Octopus is an enterprise authentication platform focused on passwordless access to corporate applications and endpoints. It supports multi-factor authentication using device-based and biometric factors and is commonly deployed for workforce access to Windows, VPN, VDI, and web/SaaS applications. The product emphasizes replacing passwords with cryptographic authentication and integrating with existing identity providers and directories for centralized policy enforcement.
Broad workforce access coverage
The platform is designed for employee authentication across common enterprise entry points such as Windows logon, VPN, VDI, and web applications. This helps organizations apply consistent authentication controls beyond browser-based SSO alone. It is positioned for workforce IAM scenarios rather than consumer identity use cases.
Passwordless with biometrics support
Secret Double Octopus supports passwordless authentication flows that can leverage device possession and biometric verification (for example, via mobile device biometrics). This reduces reliance on shared secrets and can lower exposure to phishing and credential replay compared with password-based MFA. It also enables step-up authentication policies for higher-risk actions.
Integrates with existing IAM stack
The product is typically implemented alongside existing directories and identity providers, allowing organizations to keep current user lifecycle processes. Centralized policy configuration supports enforcing MFA/passwordless requirements by application, user group, or context. This approach can reduce the need to replace upstream identity infrastructure when adding passwordless capabilities.
Deployment and endpoint dependencies
Workforce passwordless deployments often require endpoint components, device enrollment, and coordination with desktop, VPN, and VDI teams. This can increase rollout complexity compared with purely cloud-based authentication for web apps. Organizations should plan for device provisioning, recovery flows, and support processes.
Limited fit for CIAM
The product is primarily oriented to employee/workforce authentication rather than large-scale consumer identity and customer onboarding. Use cases such as consumer registration, progressive profiling, and high-volume customer login journeys may require additional CIAM capabilities. Buyers should validate whether customer-facing identity features are in scope for their needs.
Integration validation required
Actual coverage depends on the specific applications, protocols, and legacy systems in the environment. Some integrations may require custom configuration, additional connectors, or changes to authentication flows. Prospective customers should confirm support for their target apps (including older VPN/VDI stacks) and required authentication methods during evaluation.
Plan & Pricing
| Plan | Price | Key features & notes |
|---|---|---|
| Octopus Lite | Free trial available; pricing not publicly listed (contact sales) | Plug-and-play desktop MFA for ForgeRock and Okta environments; Windows and macOS; no server required; passwordless-ready. |
| Octopus Starter | Not publicly listed — contact sales | Traditional MFA for cloud/web apps, VPN and VDI; uses Octopus Authenticator; foundation for moving to passwordless. |
| Octopus Pro | Not publicly listed — contact sales | Adds Desktop MFA for Windows and Mac; supports offline login capability and FIDO2 key authentication; prepares organizations to flip to passwordless. |
| Octopus Enterprise | Not publicly listed — contact sales | Full end-to-end passwordless MFA for workforce: desktops, web and corporate apps, privileged access; delivered on-premises or via Octopus Cloud. |
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