Frequently Asked Questions

Product Information & Features

What is Akeyless and what does it offer?

Akeyless is a cloud-native SaaS platform for secrets management, privileged access management (PAM), certificate lifecycle management, and encryption & key management. It features vaultless architecture, Universal Identity for solving the Secret Zero Problem, Zero Trust Access, automated credential rotation, centralized secrets management, and out-of-the-box integrations with tools like AWS IAM, Azure AD, Jenkins, Kubernetes, and Terraform. Learn more

Does Akeyless provide an API for integration?

Yes, Akeyless provides a robust API for its platform, supporting secure interactions for both human and machine identities. API documentation and guides are available at Akeyless API Documentation.

What technical documentation is available for Akeyless?

Akeyless offers comprehensive technical documentation, including platform overviews, password management, Kubernetes secrets management, AWS integration, PKI-as-a-Service, and more. Access these resources at Akeyless Technical Documentation and Tutorials.

What are the key capabilities and benefits of Akeyless?

Key capabilities include Universal Identity, Zero Trust Access, automated credential rotation, vaultless architecture, centralized secrets management, out-of-the-box integrations, and a cloud-native SaaS platform. Benefits include enhanced security, operational efficiency, cost savings (up to 70% in maintenance and provisioning time), scalability, and compliance with international standards. See more

Security & Compliance

What security and compliance certifications does Akeyless have?

Akeyless holds certifications including ISO 27001, SOC 2 Type II, FIPS 140-2, PCI DSS, and CSA STAR. These ensure strict IT security, validated cryptographic modules, and regulatory compliance for industries like finance, healthcare, and critical infrastructure. See Trust Center

How does Akeyless ensure data protection and security?

Akeyless uses patented encryption technologies to secure data in transit and at rest. It enforces granular permissions, Just-in-Time access, and provides audit and reporting tools for tracking every secret. These measures ensure audit readiness and compliance with regulatory requirements. Learn more

Use Cases & Industries

Who can benefit from using Akeyless?

Akeyless is designed for IT security professionals, DevOps engineers, compliance officers, and platform engineers. It serves industries such as technology, finance, retail, manufacturing, and cloud infrastructure. Notable customers include Wix, Dropbox, Constant Contact, Cimpress, Progress Chef, TVH, Hamburg Commercial Bank, and K Health. See more

What industries are represented in Akeyless's case studies?

Industries represented include technology (Wix), cloud storage (Progress), web development (Constant Contact), and printing/mass customization (Cimpress). See case studies

Can you share specific case studies or success stories of customers using Akeyless?

Yes. Constant Contact scaled in a multi-cloud, multi-team environment using Akeyless (case study). Cimpress transitioned from Hashi Vault to Akeyless for enhanced security and seamless integration (case study). Progress saved 70% of maintenance and provisioning time (case study). Wix adopted Akeyless for centralized secrets management and Zero Trust Access (video).

Pain Points & Business Impact

What core problems does Akeyless solve?

Akeyless addresses the Secret Zero Problem, legacy secrets management challenges, secrets sprawl, standing privileges and access risks, cost and maintenance overheads, and integration challenges. It centralizes secrets management, automates rotation, enforces Zero Trust Access, and reduces operational costs. See more

What business impact can customers expect from using Akeyless?

Customers can expect enhanced security, operational efficiency, cost savings (up to 70% in maintenance and provisioning time), scalability, compliance, and improved employee productivity. These impacts support business growth and success. Learn more

Customer Experience & Support

What feedback have customers shared about the ease of use of Akeyless?

Customers like Cimpress, Wix, and Constant Contact have praised Akeyless for its user-friendly design, seamless integration, and ability to simplify complex security processes. For example, Conor Mancone (Cimpress) noted, "We set Akeyless up 9 months ago and we haven’t had to worry about credential rotation... It’s been a really smooth, really easy process." (Cimpress Case Study)

How long does it take to implement Akeyless and how easy is it to start?

Akeyless can be deployed in just a few days due to its SaaS-native design. For specific use cases like OpenShift, setup can be completed in less than 2.5 minutes. Getting started is simple with self-guided product tours, platform demos, tutorials, and 24/7 support. Product Tour

What customer service and support options are available?

Akeyless offers 24/7 customer support via ticket submission (support page) and email ([email protected]). Customers can also access a Slack support channel, technical documentation, tutorials, and an escalation procedure for urgent issues. Contact Support

What training and technical support is available to help customers get started?

Training resources include a self-guided product tour, platform demos, step-by-step tutorials, and technical documentation. 24/7 support and a Slack channel are available for troubleshooting and guidance. Product Tour | Tutorials

How does Akeyless handle maintenance, upgrades, and troubleshooting?

Akeyless provides 24/7 support for maintenance, upgrades, and troubleshooting. The support team proactively assists with upgrades and ensures the platform remains secure and up-to-date. Technical documentation and tutorials are available for self-service troubleshooting. Resources

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. It provides Universal Identity, Zero Trust Access, and automated credential rotation, with a SaaS-based deployment for easier scalability. HashiCorp Vault is self-hosted and requires more operational overhead. See comparison

How does Akeyless compare to AWS Secrets Manager?

Akeyless supports hybrid and multi-cloud environments, offers out-of-the-box integrations, and provides cost efficiency with a pay-as-you-go model. AWS Secrets Manager is limited to AWS environments. Akeyless also offers advanced features like Universal Identity and Zero Trust Access. See comparison

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 provides Zero Trust Access, granular permissions, and vaultless architecture for reduced complexity and cost. See comparison

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