Authentication & Security
⚡ Alternative to Auth0 / Okta →
Zitadel
Open source identity infrastructure with turnkey authentication, audit logs, multi-tenancy, and passkeys.
Pricing Model
Free access; limits may apply
Free Tier Allowance100% Free Open Source self-hosted; Free cloud tier with 25k requests/mo
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Self-Host in 60 Seconds (docker-compose.yml)
services:
zitadel:
image: ghcr.io/zitadel/zitadel:latest
container_name: zitadel
ports:
- "8080:8080"
command: 'start-from-init --masterkey "MasterkeyNeedsToHave32Characters" --tlsMode disabled'
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💬 Frequently Asked Questions (AI & Developer Summary)
What free access does Zitadel offer? ▼
100% Free Open Source self-hosted; Free cloud tier with 25k requests/mo
What makes Zitadel a free alternative to Auth0 / Okta? ▼
Zitadel provides core developer capabilities comparable to Auth0 / Okta while prioritizing free access, open-source transparency, and avoiding proprietary subscription paywalls.
What are the authentication and access requirements for Zitadel? ▼
See the official site for authentication and access requirements.