December 2022 Summaries

In 2022, Kinde experienced a transformative year filled with significant achievements and growth, starting with the development and launch of their authentication tool and the expansion of their team and customer base. The company successfully moved from stealth mode to a public launch, garnering media attention and attracting a diverse range of customers through its Early Acceleration Program. They focused on enhancing security by adopting a "private by design" principle, onboarded early access customers, and established global partnerships. Notable milestones included launching on Product Hunt, refining their focus on authentication, and hosting various team-building and marketing events, culminating in becoming the official authentication partner of the Web Directions Summit. As they reflected on their progress, Kinde expressed gratitude to their team, customers, partners, and investors, with excitement for continued innovation in 2023.

Switching authentication providers can be compared to ending a relationship, where the current provider no longer meets needs and becomes costly, prompting a move to a more supportive option like Kinde. The process involves several steps, beginning with assessing the current provider's potential challenges in switching, followed by signing up for Kinde and ensuring it meets all requirements. Users' details must be exported from the existing provider, and the switch should be prepared by setting up desired authentication methods such as passwordless or multi-factor authentication. User data can then be imported into Kinde, either with or without passwords, ensuring a seamless transition for most users. Some users may need to update their passwords, especially if authentication methods have been enhanced. Kinde emphasizes user ownership of data, allowing for easy departure and transfer of users if needed, fostering a partnership based on flexibility and support.