In today's digital world, where users demand fast and responsive applications,
optimizing performance and scalability is paramount. This also includes a fast
and scalable delivery of personal information and session data.
One effective technique that can enhance the performance of an application and
by that also the user experience is the use of Ory Network Edge Sessions. By
enabling Edge Sessions, Ory Network takes advantage of Cloudflare's global
network infrastructure, utilizing smart caching strategies to validate sessions
at a node which is milliseconds away from virtually every Internet user, thereby
reducing latency.
Benefits of using Ory Edge Sessions:
Ultra Low Latency: In the realm of identity management and access control,
every millisecond matters. Edge Sessions provide critical user session
information at the node with the closest geographical proximity to the
requesting client, rather than repeatedly fetching session data from a
datacenter that may be hundreds or even thousands of miles away. This approach
drastically reduces response times, enabling swift authentication processes,
fostering a frictionless user experience.
When leveraging Edge Sessions with Ory Network, you can expect a P95 latency of
~60ms and a P99 latency of ~70ms across the globe.1
Scalability for Growing Demands: As businesses expand and user bases grow,
scalability becomes a paramount concern. Our Ory Network and Ory Edge Sessions
have been designed with scalability in mind, allowing organizations to
effortlessly handle increasing traffic and concurrent user sessions. By
distributing session information across multiple nodes, Ory Networkgu ensure
optimal performance and eliminate bottlenecks. This supports the evolving needs
of organizations to thrive and expand.
Fortifying Security Measures: Security is at the core of our products and
edge sessions play a vital role in strengthening data protection. By smart
caching session data in a secure and encrypted manner, we minimize the need for
frequent database or server access, reducing the attack surface and potential
vulnerabilities. Additionally, Edge Sessions are equipped with robust expiration
and invalidation mechanisms, ensuring that session data is automatically cleared
after a specified time or updated when a user updates their profile. This
proactive approach to managing sessions enhances security by preventing
unauthorized access and mitigating the risk of session hijacking.
Optimized Resource Utilization: Edge Sessions not only enhance performance
and security but also optimize resource utilization within Ory Network. With
session data stored in an edge node, the load on servers and databases is
significantly reduced. This efficient resource allocation translates to improved
overall system performance, enabling Ory Network to handle larger user volumes
without sacrificing speed or compromising user experiences. Organizations can
rely on Ory Network to deliver exceptional performance consistently, even during
peak usage periods.
Conclusion
With Ory Network, we prioritize delivering a comprehensive identity management
and access control solution that excels in performance, scalability, and
security. By leveraging the power of Edge Sessions, we enhance the user
experience by providing the lowest possible latency and seamless scalability.
Trust in our commitment to delivering excellence as you leverage Ory Network to
streamline user management and access control with optimal efficiency and peace
of mind.
Sign up today to unlock the full potential of Ory
Network or get in touch with our team to learn
more about how our solution can empower your organization.
The Edge Sessions feature is a available on all Ory Network paid plans. You can
find more information on how to facilitate Edge Sessions in the Ory Network
here.
