TraitWare
Multi-factor authentication (MFA) software
Passwordless authentication software
Single sign-on (SSO) solutions
Identity management software
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What is TraitWare
TraitWare is an authentication platform that provides passwordless login using mobile-based factors and device trust. It is used by organizations to secure access to web applications, VPNs, and enterprise systems, typically as a replacement for passwords and as an additional factor for high-risk logins. The product focuses on phishing-resistant authentication flows that do not rely on SMS codes and can integrate with common identity and access management stacks.
Passwordless, phishing-resistant flows
TraitWare supports passwordless authentication patterns designed to reduce reliance on reusable secrets. By avoiding SMS one-time codes, it can reduce exposure to SIM-swap and OTP interception risks. This aligns with modern MFA expectations in the identity market where stronger, device-bound factors are increasingly preferred.
Works with existing IAM
TraitWare is positioned to integrate with existing access environments rather than requiring a full rip-and-replace identity suite. This can be useful for organizations that want to add stronger authentication to current SSO or directory-backed access. It also supports common enterprise access use cases such as application login and remote access.
Mobile-first user experience
The product uses a smartphone as the primary authenticator, which can simplify end-user onboarding compared with dedicated hardware tokens. Mobile-based approval and device trust can reduce help-desk load related to password resets. For distributed workforces, this approach can be easier to deploy than issuing physical authenticators.
Limited breadth vs full suites
TraitWare focuses primarily on authentication, so organizations needing broader identity governance, customer identity, or advanced lifecycle management may require additional tools. In the broader identity market, many buyers evaluate platforms that combine authentication with deeper policy, directory, and governance capabilities. This can increase integration and vendor-management effort for complex environments.
Mobile dependency and edge cases
A mobile-first approach can be challenging for users without compatible smartphones, in high-security environments where phones are restricted, or where device loss is frequent. Organizations may need fallback methods and clear recovery processes to avoid lockouts. These operational requirements can add administrative overhead compared with environments that standardize on multiple authenticator types.
SSO depth depends on integrations
While TraitWare can be used alongside SSO, the completeness of SSO features (protocol coverage, app catalog depth, and administrative controls) depends on the specific integrations deployed. Some organizations may still need a dedicated SSO/IdP for broad SaaS coverage and centralized session management. This can limit TraitWare’s role to strong authentication rather than being the primary SSO hub.
Plan & Pricing
Pricing model: Pay-as-you-go Free tier/trial: 30-day free trial (account-level; unlimited access during trial) Example costs: Retail: $5 per use, per month (retail rate stated in FAQ). Enterprise/volume: Contact sales for custom pricing. Discount options: Partner/volume discounts available (referral/co-sell/resell partner models described in FAQ).
Seller details
TraitWare, Inc.
Scottsdale, AZ, USA
Private
https://traitware.com/
https://www.linkedin.com/company/traitware/
