EmpowerID
Multi-factor authentication (MFA) software
Cloud directory services
Identity and access management (IAM) software
Privileged access management (PAM) software
Self-service password reset (SSPR) software
Single sign-on (SSO) solutions
User provisioning and governance tools
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What is EmpowerID
EmpowerID is an identity and access management platform that provides identity lifecycle management, access governance, and authentication capabilities for workforce and partner use cases. It supports functions such as provisioning/deprovisioning, role-based access control, approvals and attestations, self-service password reset, and single sign-on integrations. The product is typically used by IT and security teams to manage identities across directories, applications, and infrastructure in hybrid environments. It differentiates through its emphasis on workflow-driven identity governance and delegated administration/self-service features.
Broad IAM feature coverage
EmpowerID combines identity lifecycle management, access governance, SSO integrations, MFA options, and self-service password reset in one platform. This can reduce the need to stitch together multiple point tools for core workforce IAM processes. It also supports delegated administration patterns that fit distributed IT and business-owned access models.
Strong workflow and approvals
The platform includes configurable workflows for joiner/mover/leaver processes, access requests, and approvals. This helps organizations implement policy-driven access changes with auditable steps rather than ad hoc manual tickets. It also supports governance activities such as access reviews/attestations tied to these workflows.
Hybrid directory integration focus
EmpowerID is designed to integrate with common enterprise directories and heterogeneous application environments. This is useful for organizations operating across on-premises systems and cloud services. It can centralize identity data and provisioning logic while maintaining connectivity to existing identity sources.
Implementation can be complex
Because the product spans provisioning, governance, and authentication-related functions, deployments often require careful design of identity data, roles, and workflows. Integrations and connector configuration can add project time, especially in heterogeneous environments. Organizations may need dedicated IAM expertise to reach a stable operating model.
UI and admin learning curve
Administrators typically need training to configure workflows, policies, and delegated administration correctly. The breadth of configuration options can make initial setup and ongoing changes less intuitive for smaller teams. This can affect time-to-value compared with narrower, authentication-only tools.
PAM depth may be limited
While EmpowerID is often positioned to cover privileged access governance and controls, organizations with advanced privileged session management requirements may need additional specialized capabilities. Use cases such as session recording, just-in-time elevation with deep endpoint controls, or vaulting breadth may require validation against requirements. Buyers should confirm which PAM functions are native versus achieved through integrations.
Plan & Pricing
Pricing model: Usage-based / modular (per-module licensing) Free tier/trial: Hosted and downloadable trials available (see FAQ and Free Evaluation pages).
Example costs (official site lists licensing unit and directs to Contact Sales; no public list prices):
- Advanced Lifecycle Management – PER PERSON, PER MONTH – Contact Sales
- Azure License Manager – PER PERSON, PER MONTH – Contact Sales
- SAP Advanced Risk Management – PER SYSTEM – Contact Sales
- Computer Identity Management – PER COMPUTER – Contact Sales
- Self-Service (IAM Shop / My Tasks / ServiceNow / API) – PER PERSON, PER MONTH – Contact Sales
- Groups – PER PERSON, PER MONTH – Contact Sales
- Entra ID Roles – PER PERSON, PER MONTH – Contact Sales
- Applications (Rights and Roles) – PER PERSON, PER MONTH – Contact Sales
- Recertification – PER PERSON, PER MONTH – Contact Sales
- Vaulted Credentials (PAM) – PER PERSON, PER MONTH – Contact Sales
- Computers (PAM) – PER COMPUTER – Contact Sales
- Password Self-Service Reset (SSPR) – PER PERSON, PER MONTH – Contact Sales
- Single Sign-On and MFA – PER PERSON, PER MONTH – Contact Sales
- Policy Decision Point (PDP) PBAC – PER PERSON, PER MONTH – Contact Sales
- Delegated Admin modules (User Manager, Group Manager, Application Manager, etc.) – PER PERSON, PER MONTH – Contact Sales
- Rental/Per-Use (e.g., Role Mining) – PER PERSON, PER USE – Contact Sales
Notes: All module pricing entries on the official EmpowerID pricing page are listed with the licensing unit but show "Contact Sales" for the price. For on-premise licensing and pricing the site instructs to contact sales. The official FAQ also states EmpowerID offers both hosted and downloadable trials and that volume discounts are available.
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EmpowerID, Inc.
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