Company Overview

OneLogin was founded in 2009 by Thomas Pedersen and Christian Pedersen, headquartered in Seattle, Washington, with an additional office in San Francisco. OneLogin is a pioneer in cloud identity management, providing a unified Identity-as-a-Service (IDaaS) platform covering Single Sign-On (SSO), Multi-Factor Authentication (MFA), user directory, and identity governance. In 2022, OneLogin was acquired by One Identity (a Quest Software company), becoming a key component of their cloud identity portfolio. OneLogin serves over 3,000 enterprise customers worldwide and is known for its ease of use and rapid deployment capabilities.

Core Products

  • OneLogin SSO: Enterprise cloud SSO platform supporting SAML, OIDC, and WS-Federation protocols with 6,000+ pre-integrated applications
  • OneLogin MFA: Adaptive multi-factor authentication supporting TOTP, SMS, voice, push notifications, and FIDO2 WebAuthn
  • OneLogin Directory: Cloud-native user directory service with user sync, attribute mapping, group management, and directory federation
  • OneLogin SmartFactor: Risk-aware adaptive authentication engine that dynamically adjusts authentication requirements based on user behavior, location, device, and context
  • OneLogin Workflow: Identity workflow automation engine with visual flow designer for automating user onboarding, offboarding, and permission changes
  • OneLogin Access Certification: Access certification and compliance review module for SOX, HIPAA, GDPR, and other regulatory requirements
  • OneLogin Gateway: On-premises application security proxy enabling secure remote access to legacy applications without VPN

Core Strengths

Rapid Deployment: Cloud-native SaaS architecture enables basic configuration and go-live within hours
Ease of Use: Intuitive admin console and user portal reduce IT management burden and learning curve
Broad Integration: 6,000+ pre-integrated applications covering major SaaS and on-premises apps
Adaptive Security: SmartFactor risk-aware engine dynamically adjusts security policies based on context
Enterprise Compliance: Built-in compliance reporting and access certification workflows for major regulations
Cost Effectiveness: Competitive pricing compared to alternatives, suitable for mid-to-large enterprises

Key Milestones

  • 2009: Founded by Thomas Pedersen and Christian Pedersen in Seattle, Washington
  • 2011: Launched cloud SSO platform with $4M Series A funding
  • 2013: Launched OneLogin MFA and Directory services, expanding product capabilities
  • 2015: Launched SmartFactor adaptive authentication engine
  • 2016: Raised $15M Series C to accelerate market expansion
  • 2018: Launched OneLogin Workflow and Access Certification, entering identity governance
  • 2020: Launched OneLogin Gateway for on-premises application secure access
  • 2022: Acquired by One Identity (Quest Software), integrated into cloud identity portfolio
  • 2024+: Continuing as a One Identity brand, providing cloud identity management services

Market Position

OneLogin holds a strong position in the cloud identity management (IDaaS) market, known for ease of use and rapid deployment. Key competitors include:

  • Okta: The largest unified identity platform with the most comprehensive product line and ecosystem
  • Microsoft Entra ID (Azure AD): Microsoft's cloud identity service deeply integrated with Microsoft 365
  • Ping Identity: Enterprise identity security platform strong in complex federation and on-premises deployments
  • JumpCloud: Cloud directory platform entering identity management from a directory services angle
  • LastPass Enterprise: Password management-based enterprise identity solution
  • Keycloak: Open-source IAM solution for budget-sensitive or highly customizable deployments