What happens to users when they are deactivated in Okta?

When a user is deactivated in Okta, they lose their app and group memberships. Deactivation effectively disables the user's account, preventing them from accessing any applications associated with their profile. This means that the user will not be able to log in or use any services that rely on Okta authentication. The deactivation process helps organizations manage user access securely and ensures that former employees or users who no longer need access cannot inadvertently retain permissions to sensitive resources.

While their accounts may still exist in the system for administrative purposes, their permissions are revoked, making a clear delineation in access rights. This is a crucial aspect of identity and access management, as it helps maintain security and compliance within the organization.