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SecurEnvoy vs Yubico

SecurEnvoy sells Access Management, Multi-Factor Authentication and Data Discovery solutions. Yubico offers the YubiKey, a phishing-resistant, FIPS 140-3 validated key for multi-factor and passwordless authentication. CISO Tribune files both under Passwordless authentication and authenticators. This page sets the two records side by side: what each sells, where it is based, who owns and funds it, the customers it names and its recent news, each fact numbered to its source.

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SecurEnvoy vs Yubico: Products, Customers and Funding Compared
SecurEnvoySecurEnvoy sells Access Management, Multi-Factor Authentication and Data Discovery solutions.securenvoy.comYubicoYubico offers the YubiKey, a phishing-resistant, FIPS 140-3 validated key for multi-factor and passwordless authentication.yubico.com
What it sells
  • Access Management[1][2][3][6][7][8]Combines MFA, SSO, Conditional Access and Universal Directory to protect identities across cloud, on-premises and hybrid environments.
  • Multi-Factor Authentication (MFA)[1][2]Provides multi-factor authentication that integrates with existing authentication database infrastructure.
  • Windows Login Agent[6][12]Adds multi-factor and passwordless authentication to Windows laptops, desktops, servers and virtual desktop environments.
  • YubiKey 5 Series[5][7][8][13]The YubiKey 5 Series uses multi-protocol capabilities that can secure legacy and modern systems.
  • YubiKey Bio Series[5][7]YubiKey Bio Series supports biometric authentication using fingerprint recognition for passwordless logins.
  • Security Key Series[5][7][11][13]The Security Key Series by Yubico delivers FIDO-only security keys for both consumers and enterprises.
  • Yubico Authenticator[5][7][10][13]The Yubico Authenticator app lets users store credentials on a YubiKey and not on a mobile phone.
  • YubiKey as a Service[8][11]YubiKey as a Service is a subscription for organizations.
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Headquarters
Not stated on its pagesStockholm, Sweden[2]
Founded
Not stated on its pages2007[2]
Ownership and funding
Not stated on its pagesPublic (Nasdaq First North Growth Market Stockholm: YUBICO)[3][5][11]
Named customers
Not stated on its pagesNot stated on its pages
Recent news
Not stated on its pages
  • May 26, 2026Yubico announced that its upgraded YubiKey 5 FIPS Series is now FIPS 140-3 validated under certificate 5291.[15]
G2 and Gartner Peer Insights
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  • Gartner Peer Insights: Not stated on its pages
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  • Gartner Peer Insights: Not stated on its pages
Who it fits
From its own pages, SecurEnvoy sells mainly to organisations that need identity security and data protection, especially those in regulated or security-sensitive sectors. SecurEnvoy states its solutions run in the cloud, on-premise or in hybrid setups so security-sensitive and regulated organisations can keep controls in-house. SecurEnvoy Access Management is described as limiting access to users such as employees, partners and customers.From its own pages, Yubico sells its Security Key Series to both consumers and enterprises. Within organizations, the Security Key Series is aimed at systems and applications that support FIDO, including mobile-restricted or shared workstation environments. Yubico addresses defense and civilian agencies, offering DOD approved multi-factor authentication for workers who are not PIV/CAC eligible, air-gapped or closed networks, privileged users and remote workers. Government elections and political campaigns are addressed for access to voter registration databases, election management and reporting systems and e-pollbooks. Computer login choices are offered to both organizations and individuals.
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November 9, 2026September 27, 2026

Where they overlap

  • SecurEnvoy and Yubico are both filed under Passwordless authentication and authenticators.

Where they differ, field by field

  • SecurEnvoy's primary category is Workforce IAM and SSO; Yubico's is Passwordless authentication and authenticators.
  • SecurEnvoy is also filed under Password and secrets vaults for people and Data security posture management.
  • SecurEnvoy lists Access Management, Multi-Factor Authentication (MFA) and Windows Login Agent. Yubico lists YubiKey 5 Series, YubiKey Bio Series, Security Key Series, Yubico Authenticator and YubiKey as a Service.
  • Yubico is headquartered in Stockholm, Sweden.
  • Yubico was founded in 2007.
  • Yubico is a public company listed on Nasdaq First North Growth Market Stockholm as YUBICO.

What it sells: SecurEnvoy

What Access Management does[1][2][3][6][7][8]
SecurEnvoy Access Management allows organisations to provide employees with access to the applications, data and resources they need to work productively. SecurEnvoy Access Management provides centralised management across multiple technology stacks. SecurEnvoy can apply multi factor authentication across multiple applications and resources, supporting Fido2, passwordless, biometric and OTP logins.
What Multi-Factor Authentication (MFA) does[1][2]
SecurEnvoy has a suite of Tokenless Two Factor authentication solutions that use devices an end user has access to in their work. SecurEnvoy supports BYOD by enabling any device the user purchases to be used as an authenticator. SecurEnvoy offers 2FA deployment on-premise, in the cloud, or both.
What Windows Login Agent does[6][12]
Windows Login Agent uses Multi-Factor Authentication (MFA) and passwordless authentication to add protection to Windows laptops, desktops, servers and virtual desktop environments (VDI). Windows Login Agent can be used in fully offline mode after a one-time online connection, which suits on-premises and air-gapped environments.

What it sells: Yubico

What YubiKey 5 Series does[5][7][8][13]
The YubiKey 5 Series uses multi-protocol capabilities that can secure legacy and modern systems. The YubiKey 5 Series supports authentication protocols including FIDO2/WebAuthn, FIDO U2F, Yubico OTP, OATH-TOTP, OATH-HOTP, Smart card (PIV) and OpenPGP. The YubiKey 5C NFC combines USB-C and NFC in one key to secure online accounts on mobile and desktops.
What YubiKey Bio Series does[5][7]
YubiKey Bio Series supports biometric authentication using fingerprint recognition for passwordless logins. YubiKey Bio Series stores fingerprint templates in the secure element on the key. YubiKey Bio Series is available in USB-A and USB-C form factors.
What Security Key Series does[5][7][11][13]
The Security Key Series supports only the FIDO2/WebAuthn and FIDO U2F authentication protocols. The Security Key Series works across desktop and mobile with touch or tap-and-go authentication over USB or NFC. Serial numbering on the back of the enterprise Security Key Series keys lets enterprises track distribution and usage.
What Yubico Authenticator does[5][7][10][13]
The Yubico Authenticator app lets users store credentials on a YubiKey and not on a mobile phone. The Yubico Authenticator app can generate codes for logging into services.
What YubiKey as a Service does[8][11]
YubiKey as a Service is a subscription for organizations. The enterprise-ready Security Key Series keys are available exclusively as part of YubiKey as a Service. Twitter turned to YubiEnterprise Delivery and YubiEnterprise Subscription services to distribute YubiKeys across its global workforce.

Questions about SecurEnvoy and Yubico

What do SecurEnvoy and Yubico sell?
SecurEnvoy sells Access Management, Multi-Factor Authentication (MFA) and Windows Login Agent. Yubico sells YubiKey 5 Series, YubiKey Bio Series, Security Key Series, Yubico Authenticator and YubiKey as a Service.
Are SecurEnvoy and Yubico in the same category?
They share Passwordless authentication and authenticators. SecurEnvoy's primary category is Workforce IAM and SSO and Yubico's is Passwordless authentication and authenticators.
Where are SecurEnvoy and Yubico headquartered?
Yubico is headquartered in Stockholm, Sweden.
When were SecurEnvoy and Yubico founded?
Yubico was founded in 2007.
Who owns SecurEnvoy and Yubico?
Yubico is a public company listed on Nasdaq First North Growth Market Stockholm as YUBICO.
Who are SecurEnvoy and Yubico sold to?
From its own pages, SecurEnvoy sells mainly to organisations that need identity security and data protection, especially those in regulated or security-sensitive sectors. From its own pages, Yubico sells its Security Key Series to both consumers and enterprises.
What have SecurEnvoy and Yubico announced recently?
May 26, 2026: Yubico announced that its upgraded YubiKey 5 FIPS Series is now FIPS 140-3 validated under certificate 5291.

About SecurEnvoy

SecurEnvoy sells Access Management, Multi-Factor Authentication and Data Discovery solutions. SecurEnvoy has designed security solutions since 2003. SecurEnvoy is a wholly-owned subsidiary of Shearwater Group plc, listed on the London Stock Exchange. For 20 years, SecurEnvoy has delivered security solutions and support to 1000s of customers through its channel. SecurEnvoy has customers across five continents.[3]

SecurEnvoy names increasing security threats, mounting compliance fines and remote working as pressures on IT departments. SecurEnvoy states that its Zero Trust approach allows organisations to provide verifiable trust in every action performed with their data through authentication and automated data discovery. SecurEnvoy solutions authenticate users accessing data from within and outside of the organisation. SecurEnvoy says organisations are finding it increasingly difficult to keep track of where sensitive data resides and assess the risk.[5]

SecurEnvoy Access Management combines MFA, SSO, Conditional Access and Universal Directory to protect identities across cloud, on-premises and hybrid environments. SecurEnvoy Access Management allows organisations to provide employees with access to the applications, data and resources they need to work productively. SecurEnvoy Access Management provides centralised management across multiple technology stacks. SecurEnvoy can apply multi factor authentication across multiple applications and resources, supporting Fido2, passwordless, biometric and OTP logins. Single Sign-On (SSO) gives users access to all their business applications with one login, on any device and from any location. Conditional access policies can be based on signals such as the user role and security level, the device, the application, the time of access and the location.[6][7][8]

Windows Login Agent uses Multi-Factor Authentication (MFA) and passwordless authentication to add protection to Windows laptops, desktops, servers and virtual desktop environments (VDI). Windows Login Agent can be used in fully offline mode after a one-time online connection, which suits on-premises and air-gapped environments. SecurEnvoy Access Management provides integration and additional security for legacy applications using RADIUS authentication. SecurEnvoy MFA and SecurEnvoy IIS Server Agent can be used with IIS-based web applications. SecurEnvoy has an AWS Access Management solution designed to be integrated with AWS infrastructure.[6][8]

SecurEnvoy has a suite of Tokenless Two Factor authentication solutions that use devices an end user has access to in their work. Devices for Tokenless Two Factor authentication include a mobile phone, a physical landline or direct dial extension, a tablet or a P.C. SecurEnvoy supports BYOD by enabling any device the user purchases to be used as an authenticator. SecurEnvoy tokenless solution offers multi-factor authentication to anyone with a GSM device. SecurEnvoy MFA integrates with existing authentication database infrastructure. SecurEnvoy offers 2FA deployment on-premise, in the cloud, or both. SecurEnvoy supports hybrid authentication, allowing MFA and passwordless methods to coexist during migration.[7][9][10][11]

SecurEnvoy Data Discovery is a solution for discovering confidential and sensitive information on premise, in the cloud or hybrid. SecurEnvoy supports hybrid deployments, scanning both cloud platforms such as Microsoft 365 and SharePoint Online and on-premise file servers or email systems. SecurEnvoy Data Discovery is described for risk assessments across a digital estate, including data held in the Atlassian Suite. SecurEnvoy Data Discovery discovers and remediates data in Atlassian Confluence. SecurEnvoy provides remediation workflows that allow security or compliance teams to review, classify, quarantine, delete, or secure sensitive data. SecurEnvoy Data Discovery alerts data users by email, in real time, when sensitive data is discovered. Scans in SecurEnvoy Data Discovery can be scheduled at custom intervals, from real-time monitoring to daily, weekly, or on-demand runs. SecurEnvoy Data Discovery discovers sensitive and high value data across multiple data repositories in a single platform. Data types named for SecurEnvoy Data Discovery include personally identifiable information (PII), payment card information (PCI) and health records.[5][7][13]

SecurEnvoy solutions are designed to run in the cloud, on-premise, or in hybrid setups. SecurEnvoy states that the majority of its customers buy on-premise. SecurEnvoy offers pre-built integrations with many popular business applications and solutions. SecurEnvoy works with Value Added Channel Partners, MSPs and Technology Partners. SecurEnvoy MSP management console provides a single point to add new and manage existing customer tenants. SecurEnvoy works with technology partners to integrate its MFA and Data Discovery solutions with cloud platforms, operating systems, networking environments and business applications.[3][10]

SecurEnvoy names financial services, defence, retail, healthcare, government and utilities as examples of regulated or security-sensitive sectors.[6][8]

SecurEnvoy on the record

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SecurEnvoy full record

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Yubico full record

  1. [1]yubico.comYubico · yubico.com · undated page, accessed September 27, 2026 · Tier A
  2. [2]Yubico has been approved for listing on nasdaq stockholmYubico · investors.yubico.com · undated page, accessed September 27, 2026 · Tier A
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  15. [15]Yubico Announces Upgraded YubiKey 5 FIPS Series, Now FIPS 140-3 Validated | YubicoYubico · published May 26, 2026 · Tier A

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