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When the “Okta Tax” Ends: How authentik 2026.2 Makes Self‑Hosted IAM Viable for SMBs

by ImaLamer | Apr 28, 2026 | Self Hosting | 0 |

Self‑hosting identity is finally cheap enough—if you’re ready to own the database, cache, and HA plumbing.

Why authentik Can Replace Okta/Auth0 for SMB SSO

by ImaLamer | Apr 1, 2026 | Self Hosting | 0 |

Self‑hosted identity is now viable for many small teams, but the savings evaporate once hidden operational work is included.

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When the “Okta Tax” Ends: How authentik 2026.2 Makes Self‑Hosted IAM Viable for SMBs

Why authentik Can Replace Okta/Auth0 for SMB SSO

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