User Guides

Secure Remote Access (SRA) provides multiple flexible and secure ways to connect to resources, ensuring users can access targets efficiently while maintaining robust security standards. The Akeyless SRA platform offers three primary methods for accessing resources:

Web Portal

The Web Portal is a browser-based interface that allows users to securely access resources over the web or using native CLI commands.

Key Features:

1. Easy accessibility from any device with a supported web browser.
2. Supports SAML, OIDC, and other standard authentication methods for seamless login.
3. View and manage authorized resources directly via the portal.

Ideal For: Users who prefer a lightweight, platform-agnostic solution without installing additional software.

Desktop Application

The Desktop Application can be installed on local machines running Windows or Mac. It enables access to various targets using native clients such as database clients, SSH terminals, or RDP software.

Key Features:

1. Intuitive graphical interface for seamless navigation and resource selection.
2. Supports both CLI and graphical access modes for versatile usage.
3. Available for multiple platforms, ensuring cross-platform compatibility.

Ideal For: Users who prefer a dedicated application for accessing resources or require native client support.

NOTE: The Desktop Application is under Beta. For additional information please contact our support team.

CLI

The CLI method, powered by the akeyless-connect command, is designed for advanced users and administrators. It offers a powerful and scriptable way to connect to resources securely via a UNIX terminal.

Key Features:

1. Lightweight and ideal for DevOps workflows or automation scripts.
2. Full integration with Akeyless's secrets management and authentication mechanisms.
3. Supports secure tunnels and connections to a variety of resource types.

Ideal For: Developers, system administrators, and power users who rely on command-line tools for resource access and automation