XFA compared to MDM solutions
See why businesses choose XFA for smarter security insights, fewer login disruptions, and flexible integration without unnecessary complexity.
What is XFA?
XFA is the device security solution that knows about every device used for work, informs users about risks, and verifies compliance with the security policy at login — all without invasive control or centralized management of the devices.
What is an MDM?
MDM (Mobile Device Management) allows IT teams to onboard devices to control and manage them in a centralized way. This allows them to stay secure by enforcing encryption, enabling remote device wiping, managing application permissions, and more.
Why choose XFA over an MDM solution?
XFA supports any Operating System
Windows, macOS, Linux, Android, & iOS are all supported by XFA — empowering teams to work on the devices they prefer without compromising security. This freedom boosts productivity, respects personal preferences, and reduces the number of separate device management technologies needed to cover all devices used within an organization.
XFA knows about every device used for work
XFA looks at the applications being accessed to identify which devices are used for work. This means every device, whether managed, personal, or used by a contractor, becomes visible. Unlike MDMs that only monitor enrolled devices, XFA helps you discover and secure all devices to keep your team productive and your data safe.
XFA is designed with BYOD and contractors in mind
XFA is designed for user installation, without taking control of the device or interfering with existing MDM or security tools. This makes it possible to include every device in your security strategy, including personally owned laptops and contractor devices that are externally managed.
XFA respects privacy and works with the user
XFA is built from the ground up to operate without system or admin-level permissions, making it easy to install while keeping users fully in control of their devices. Unlike traditional MDMs that demand full system access, XFA provides security visibility in a privacy-respecting way, and allows users to address issues on a schedule that fits their workflow.
XFA adapts requirements on device risk
XFA dynamically checks each device against the appropriate security policy, based on the applications and data it's being used for. Unlike MDMs, which label devices as simply compliant or not, XFA understands that access risk depends on context. This lets you apply the right level of security, exactly where and when it's needed.
XFA enables fast remote self-onboarding
XFA makes it simple to secure any device, no matter where it's located. Users can onboard themselves in minutes, resolve security issues on their own time, and stay productive, all without added overhead or disruption.
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