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OpenText Access Manager (NetIQ)

byOpenText
in Access Management (Transitioning to Customer Identity and Access Management (CIAM))
4.7

Overview

Product Information on OpenText Access Manager (NetIQ)

Updated 14th November 2025

What is OpenText Access Manager (NetIQ)?

OpenText Access Manager is a software designed to manage and secure digital identities and access privileges within enterprise environments. It offers features such as single sign-on, authentication, authorization, and policy enforcement for web applications and resources. The software streamlines user access by enabling centralized identity management and integrating with various authentication methods, including multi-factor authentication. It assists organizations in addressing the business problem of controlling and monitoring access to sensitive data and applications, reducing security risks, and meeting compliance requirements. OpenText Access Manager supports integration with on-premises and cloud environments, helping enterprises establish secure and scalable access controls for users and systems.

OpenText Access Manager (NetIQ) Pricing

OpenText Access Manager is a software that uses a subscription-based pricing model with licensing fees typically determined by the number of users or instances. The software may offer different tiers based on feature sets and deployment needs, and pricing details are available from the provider or authorized partners.

Overall experience with OpenText Access Manager (NetIQ)

Engineer
500M - 1B USD, IT Services
FAVORABLE

“Powerfull and flexible IAM solution, but requires expertise and modernization in key areas”

4.0
Apr 29, 2026
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IT Security Specialist
<50M USD, Services (non-Government)
CRITICAL

“Good prodcut, not easy to implement.”

3.0
Jan 10, 2019
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About Company

Company Description

Updated 13th January 2026

OpenText powers and protects information. As a global secure information management provider for businesses, OpenText tools span content management, artificial intelligence (AI), cybersecurity, cloud, and business networks. For over 30 years, OpenText has helped organizations manage and protect their data and documents while modernizing their information architecture. Its integrated hub connects information across departments and applications to enhance employee experience, productivity, and collaboration, while making information structured and searchable through AI, machine learning, and semantic search. In addition, OpenText delivers endpoint security and digital life protection solutions to safeguard businesses against cyberattacks and data breaches.

Company Details

Updated 13th January 2026
Company type
Public
Year Founded
1991
Head office location
Waterloo, Canada
Number of employees
10001+
Annual Revenue
3B-10B USD
Website
http://www.opentext.com

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OpenText Access Manager (NetIQ) Reviews and Ratings

4.7

(76 Ratings)

Rating Distribution

5 Star
53%
4 Star
45%
3 Star
1%
2 Star
1%
1 Star
0%
Why ratings and reviews count differ?
  • Engineer
    50M-1B USD
    IT Services
    Review Source

    Powerfull and flexible IAM solution, but requires expertise and modernization in key areas

    4.0
    Apr 29, 2026
    OpenText AM is a robust and mature identity and access management solution with strong capabilities across authentication, access control and orchestration. It performs well in complex enterprise environments and offers a high degree of flexibility and customization. However, some areas such as SSO experience, service resilience and overall usability could be improved to better align with modern expectations.
  • Engineer
    50M-1B USD
    IT Services
    Review Source

    Powerfull and flexible IAM solution, but requires expertise and modernization in key areas

    4.0
    Apr 29, 2026
    OpenText AM is a robust and mature identity and access management solution with strong capabilities across authentication, access control and orchestration. It performs well in complex enterprise environments and offers a high degree of flexibility and customization. However, some areas such as SSO experience, service resilience and overall usability could be improved to better align with modern expectations.
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OpenText Access Manager (NetIQ) Likes & Dislikes

Like

Strong and mature access control and identity lifecycle management capabilities High level of customization and extensibility for complex enterprise use cases Reliable authentication mechanisms and support for multiple identity workflows Solid integration capabilities across different systems and environments Proven solution for large-scale and security-critical deployments

Like

Strong and mature access control and identity lifecycle management capabilities High level of customization and extensibility for complex enterprise use cases Reliable authentication mechanisms and support for multiple identity workflows Solid integration capabilities across different systems and environments Proven solution for large-scale and security-critical deployments

Like

Strong and mature access control and identity lifecycle management capabilities High level of customization and extensibility for complex enterprise use cases Reliable authentication mechanisms and support for multiple identity workflows Solid integration capabilities across different systems and environments Proven solution for large-scale and security-critical deployments

Dislike

Lack of documentations, some difficulties opening cases with support.

Dislike

Lack of documentations, some difficulties opening cases with support.

Dislike

Lack of documentations, some difficulties opening cases with support.