We detected 8,266 customers using Auth0, 614 companies that churned or ended their trial, and 275 customers with estimated renewals in the next 3 months. The most common industry is Software Development (27%) and the most common company size is 11-50 employees (36%). Our methodology involves monitoring new entries and modifications to company DNS records.
Note: We're unable to detect companies that use Auth0 primarily in mobile apps, or where authentication happens primarily in mobile rather than the web
About Auth0
Auth0 provides an authentication and authorization platform that enables secure access to applications for users and AI agents through customizable identity management solutions including passwordless login, multi-factor authentication, single sign-on, and social login integration.
📊 Who in an organization decides to buy or use Auth0?
Source: Analysis of 100 job postings that mention Auth0
Job titles that mention Auth0
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Based on an analysis of job titles from postings that mention Auth0.
Job Title
Share
Director of Engineering/Software Engineering
28%
VP of Engineering
18%
Director of Product Management
12%
Director of Information Security/Cybersecurity
10%
My analysis shows that Auth0 purchasing decisions are overwhelmingly concentrated in engineering leadership, with Directors of Engineering and VPs of Engineering representing 46% of hiring activity. Product Management Directors account for another 12%, while Security Directors contribute 10%. These leaders are building or transforming identity platforms at scale, often during major modernization initiatives or platform re-architecture efforts. Their strategic priorities center on consolidating fragmented authentication systems, enabling secure API ecosystems, and supporting rapid business growth through scalable identity infrastructure.
The day-to-day users span a broader technical spectrum. Full stack engineers integrate Auth0's OAuth2, OIDC, and SAML protocols into applications. DevOps teams manage SSO configurations, user provisioning via SCIM, and automation workflows. Security engineers operate the platform alongside broader IAM infrastructure, tuning policies and monitoring access patterns. Product managers define authentication experiences and progressive profiling strategies. The common thread is building secure, seamless user experiences while maintaining flexibility across web, mobile, and API surfaces.
The pain points reveal three core drivers. Companies are seeking to "transform and integrate all GTM functions" and "make transformational changes to our identity platform" as legacy systems fail to handle modern complexity. They need platforms that "ensure scalability, usability, security, and efficiency" while supporting "seamless operations" and "best-in-class experience." Many describe building "next-generation" or "modern" platforms to replace "fragmented implementations" with "coherent customer-data ecosystems." Auth0 enables this transition from rigid, siloed authentication to flexible, API-first identity management.
🔧 What other technologies do Auth0 customers also use?
Source: Analysis of tech stacks from 8,266 companies that use Auth0
Commonly Paired Technologies
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Shows how much more likely Auth0 customers are to use each tool compared to the general population. For example, 287x means customers are 287 times more likely to use that tool.
I noticed that Auth0 users are growth-stage B2B SaaS companies with sophisticated digital operations and a strong focus on compliance and scalability. The combination of enterprise infrastructure tools like AWS Route 53, compliance platforms like Vanta, and growth marketing tools like HubSpot and LinkedIn Ads tells me these are companies moving upmarket while maintaining technical excellence.
The pairing of Auth0 with Vanta is particularly revealing. Both tools address security compliance requirements that become critical when selling to enterprise customers. Companies implementing Auth0 for authentication are simultaneously pursuing SOC 2 compliance through Vanta, which suggests they're actively working to close deals with larger organizations that demand these certifications. Similarly, StatusPage appearing 74 times more often makes perfect sense. Companies that care enough about authentication to use Auth0 also prioritize transparent uptime communication, which enterprise buyers expect. The Webflow correlation is interesting because it indicates these companies are investing in polished marketing websites, not just functional product pages.
My analysis shows these are marketing-led growth companies transitioning to enterprise sales. The heavy presence of HubSpot Marketing Hub and LinkedIn Ads indicates significant investment in demand generation and account-based marketing. They're using digital channels to build pipeline, then likely converting leads through consultative sales processes. The AWS Route 53 adoption suggests they've moved beyond basic hosting to infrastructure that can scale globally. These aren't early-stage startups on Heroku, but companies with dedicated DevOps resources planning for growth.
👥 What types of companies is most likely to use Auth0?
Source: Analysis of Linkedin bios of 8,266 companies that use Auth0
Company Characteristics
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Shows how much more likely Auth0 customers are to have each trait compared to all companies. For example, 2.0x means customers are twice as likely to have that characteristic.
Trait
Likelihood
Industry: Data Security Software Products
31.4x
Funding Stage: Series C
30.6x
Funding Stage: Series A
24.3x
Funding Stage: Series B
23.0x
Industry: Embedded Software Products
19.7x
Industry: Data Infrastructure and Analytics
15.2x
I noticed that Auth0's customers span an incredibly wide range, from utilities and manufacturing to fintech and healthcare, but there's a unifying thread: these are companies building digital products or services that require user authentication. They're not just operating businesses, they're creating platforms, apps, and software solutions that people log into. Whether it's KredosAi delivering "personalized, outcome-driven customer experiences," Zinc offering "instant, easy, and delightful" background checks, or FareHarbor creating "powerful tools" for tour operators, these companies are fundamentally in the business of digital customer experiences.
The stage mix is fascinating. I found everything from 2-person startups like Leapstar and GiftEase to massive enterprises like DAF Trucks with 10,000+ employees. However, the sweet spot seems to be growing companies in the 11-200 employee range, many at seed or Series A funding stages. The prevalence of terms like "platform," "SaaS," and "API" suggests these are technology-first companies building scalable digital products, regardless of their ultimate industry vertical.
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