How does Okta notify users after activating their accounts?

When Okta activates user accounts, it notifies users by sending an email to their primary or secondary email address. This method is effective because email provides a direct and reliable way for users to receive important information related to their accounts. The notification typically includes details such as account activation confirmation, instructions on how to access their account, and any initial steps they may need to complete to get started.

Using email as a communication channel ensures that users are informed promptly and can act on the information easily. It also allows users to retrieve the notification later, should they need to refer back to it. In contrast, other methods like system notifications or posting on an organization’s homepage may not reach users effectively or could be overlooked if users are not actively monitoring the platform or the website. Therefore, email notifications serve as a universally accessible and preferred communication method for account activation alerts.