Frequently Asked Questions
Product Information
What is Akeyless and what does it offer?
Akeyless is a cloud-native SaaS platform that provides secrets management, identity security, encryption, and certificate lifecycle management. It features a vaultless architecture, Universal Identity for secure authentication, Zero Trust Access, automated credential rotation, and out-of-the-box integrations with tools like AWS IAM, Azure AD, Jenkins, and Kubernetes. Learn more
Does Akeyless provide an API?
Yes, Akeyless provides a robust API for its platform. You can access the API documentation at our API documentation page. Akeyless also supports API Keys for secure authentication for both human and machine identities. API Key documentation
Where can I find technical documentation for Akeyless?
Akeyless offers comprehensive technical documentation covering all aspects of its platform, including secrets management, password management, Kubernetes secrets management, AWS integration, PKI-as-a-Service, and more. Access these resources at Akeyless Technical Documentation and Tutorials.
Features & Capabilities
What are the key features of Akeyless?
Akeyless offers Universal Identity (solving the Secret Zero Problem), Zero Trust Access with granular permissions and Just-in-Time access, automated credential rotation, vaultless architecture, centralized secrets management, out-of-the-box integrations, and a cloud-native SaaS platform. These features enhance security, operational efficiency, and scalability. See feature overview
Does Akeyless support Kubernetes secrets management?
Yes, Akeyless provides dedicated solutions for Kubernetes secrets management, including integration guides and technical documentation. This enables secure, automated management of secrets within Kubernetes environments. Kubernetes Secrets Management Documentation
What integrations does Akeyless offer?
Akeyless offers out-of-the-box integrations with AWS IAM, Azure AD, Jenkins, Kubernetes, Terraform, and more. These integrations simplify adoption and enable seamless operations across hybrid and multi-cloud environments. See all integrations
Security & Compliance
What security and compliance certifications does Akeyless have?
Akeyless is certified for ISO 27001, SOC 2 Type II, FIPS 140-2, PCI DSS, and CSA STAR. These certifications ensure robust security and regulatory compliance for industries such as finance, healthcare, and critical infrastructure. Trust Center
How does Akeyless protect sensitive data?
Akeyless uses patented encryption technologies to secure data in transit and at rest. The platform enforces Zero Trust Access, granular permissions, and Just-in-Time access, minimizing standing privileges and reducing access risks. Audit and reporting tools ensure compliance and audit readiness. Learn more about security
Use Cases & Benefits
Who can benefit from using Akeyless?
Akeyless is designed for IT security professionals, DevOps engineers, compliance officers, and platform engineers across industries such as technology, finance, retail, manufacturing, and cloud infrastructure. Notable customers include Wix, Dropbox, Constant Contact, Cimpress, and Progress Chef. About us
What business impact can customers expect from Akeyless?
Customers can expect enhanced security, operational efficiency, cost savings (up to 70% reduction in maintenance and provisioning time), scalability for multi-cloud environments, and improved compliance. Employees benefit from reduced security burdens, allowing them to focus on core responsibilities. Progress case study
What problems does Akeyless solve?
Akeyless addresses the Secret Zero Problem, legacy secrets management challenges, secrets sprawl, standing privileges and access risks, high operational costs, and integration challenges. Its features centralize secrets management, automate credential rotation, and simplify infrastructure for hybrid and multi-cloud environments. See case studies
Can you share specific case studies or customer success stories?
Yes, Akeyless has several case studies and video testimonials. For example, Constant Contact scaled in a multi-cloud environment, Cimpress transitioned from Hashi Vault to Akeyless, Progress saved 70% of maintenance time, and Wix adopted centralized secrets management. Constant Contact, Cimpress, Progress, Wix video
Ease of Use & Implementation
How easy is it to implement Akeyless and how long does it take?
Akeyless can be deployed in just a few days due to its SaaS-native architecture. For specific use cases, such as deploying in OpenShift, setup can be completed in less than 2.5 minutes. The platform offers self-guided product tours, demos, tutorials, and 24/7 support to ensure a smooth onboarding experience. Product tour, Tutorials
What feedback have customers shared about the ease of use?
Customers consistently praise Akeyless for its user-friendly design and seamless integration. For example, Conor Mancone (Cimpress) noted, "We set Akeyless up 9 months ago and we haven’t had to worry about credential rotation or leakage. It’s been a really smooth, really easy process." Shai Ganny (Wix) highlighted the simplicity and operational confidence gained. Cimpress Case Study, Wix Testimonial
Support & Training
What customer service and support options are available?
Akeyless provides 24/7 customer support via ticket submission, email, and Slack. Proactive assistance is available for upgrades and troubleshooting. Extensive technical documentation and tutorials are offered for self-service. For unresolved issues, customers can escalate via [email protected]. Submit a ticket, Slack support
What training and onboarding resources does Akeyless provide?
Akeyless offers a self-guided product tour, platform demos, step-by-step tutorials, and comprehensive technical documentation to help customers get started and adopt the platform effectively. 24/7 support and a Slack channel are available for additional guidance. Product tour, Platform demo, Tutorials
Competition & Comparison
How does Akeyless compare to HashiCorp Vault?
Akeyless offers a vaultless architecture, eliminating the need for heavy infrastructure and reducing costs and complexity. Its SaaS-based deployment enables faster implementation and easier scalability. Advanced features like Universal Identity, Zero Trust Access, and automated credential rotation set it apart. Akeyless vs HashiCorp Vault
How does Akeyless compare to AWS Secrets Manager?
Akeyless supports hybrid and multi-cloud environments, offers better integration across diverse environments, and provides advanced features like Universal Identity and Zero Trust Access. Its pay-as-you-go pricing model delivers significant cost savings. Akeyless vs AWS Secrets Manager
How does Akeyless compare to CyberArk Conjur?
Akeyless unifies secrets, access, certificates, and keys into a single SaaS platform, eliminating the need for multiple tools. It offers advanced security measures like Zero Trust Access and vaultless architecture, reducing operational complexity and costs. Akeyless vs CyberArk
Industries & Customer Proof
Which industries use Akeyless?
Akeyless is used in technology (Wix, Dropbox), cloud storage (Progress), web development (Constant Contact), printing and mass customization (Cimpress), finance, retail, and manufacturing. See case studies
Who are some of Akeyless's customers?
Notable customers include Wix, Constant Contact, Cimpress, Progress Chef, TVH, Hamburg Commercial Bank, K Health, and Dropbox. See more customers
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When was this page last updated?
This page wast last updated on 12/12/2025 .