Duo Security

What is Duo Security?

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Duo Security is a cloud-based multi-factor authentication (MFA) and Zero Trust security platform that helps organizations secure access to applications, devices, and networks. It verifies user identity through additional authentication layers such as push notifications, biometrics, or hardware tokens before granting access to systems.

As organizations strengthen their security posture, Duo often becomes a critical control point for access to internal tools, VPNs, and cloud applications. This makes it essential to tightly manage user lifecycle events and ensure authentication policies always reflect current employee status.

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Where Duo Security cost management goes wrong without integration

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Per-user pricing scales with workforce growth
Every new employee adds recurring MFA cost.

Tier upgrades drive hidden spend
Organizations often upgrade all users to higher tiers for a few features.

Inactive users still billed
Former employees or unused accounts remain licensed.

Add-ons increase total cost unpredictably
Hardware tokens and advanced identity features add extra fees.

Fragmented identity deployments
Multiple identity systems lead to duplicated licensing.

Key cost optimization features with Corma

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Seat utilization tracking
Identify inactive or unnecessary Duo users.

Tier optimization insights
Right-size users between Free, Essentials, Advantage, and Premier.

License reallocation
Reassign unused MFA licenses instead of purchasing new ones.

Add-on cost visibility
Track usage of tokens, SMS, and advanced identity features.

Department-level cost breakdown
Understand MFA cost by business unit or application group.

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Frequently Asked Questions

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How much does Duo Security cost?
Typically $3–$9 per user/month, depending on tier (Essentials to Premier).

Is Duo Security priced per user?
Yes — it uses a per-user subscription model with tiered feature sets.

What is the cheapest Duo plan?
A free plan is available for up to 10 users.

What drives Duo cost the most?
Number of users, security tier selection, and enterprise identity features.

Can Duo Security costs increase quickly?
Yes — because costs scale with both user count and security tier upgrades.

Can Corma reduce Duo costs?
Yes. It identifies inactive users, optimizes tiers, and removes unnecessary licenses.

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