Overview
The article compares two types of OKTA applications for PostBeyond: the OKTA PostBeyond Application Integration, which offers a high level of security but lacks mobile app support, and the Custom OKTA Application, which allows for a more flexible user login experience including mobile app access. It highlights the capabilities and limitations of each and provides resources for integration and login assistance.
Information
Difference between PostBeyond OKTA Application & Custom OKTA Application
Learn the difference between PostBeyond OKTA application and Custom OKTA application.
For OKTA, there are two different types of applications that you can choose from:
OKTA PostBeyond Application Integration
This application can be located using the search bar in OKTA:
Capabilities
Securest Login
The integration was designed to provide the highest level of secure login. Users are not required to use the PostBeyond login page to access their accounts; instead, they can only log in to PostBeyond from the OKTA directory page:
Limitations
The current integration does not support access to the mobile app. Users are required to log in to PostBeyond through the OKTA directory using their mobile browser, which may lead to lower adoption rates among mobile users.
Custom OKTA Application (SAML SSO with OKTA IdP)
This application is a custom application within OKTA:
User Login Experience
With the custom app, users can log in from the PostBeyond login page or their mobile app:
This option is commonly preferred as it provides users with an easier way of navigating to PostBeyond and is still a secure method for logins.
Integration and Login Help
For assistance with integrating PostBeyond with your systems or understanding the login process, please refer to the following resources:
Integration Guides
- OKTA PostBeyond Application Integration
- Overview & Understanding SSO Logins
- Setting up SAML SSO (all IdPs but OKTA)
FAQ
What are the main differences between the PostBeyond OKTA Application and the Custom OKTA Application?
The PostBeyond OKTA Application offers a secure login directly from the OKTA directory page but does not support mobile app access, while the Custom OKTA Application allows users to log in from both the PostBeyond login page and mobile app, offering greater flexibility.
Can I access PostBeyond through a mobile app with the OKTA PostBeyond Application Integration?
No, the current integration of the OKTA PostBeyond Application does not support mobile app access; users must log in through the OKTA directory using a mobile browser.
Is the Custom OKTA Application less secure than the OKTA PostBeyond Application Integration?
No, the Custom OKTA Application still provides a secure method for logins using SAML SSO with OKTA as the Identity Provider, but it also offers additional convenience for users.
Where can I find help for integrating PostBeyond with my systems?
You can refer to the integration guides provided by PostBeyond or contact their support team at support@postbeyond.com for further assistance.