Overview
Authentication Methods allow system administrators to define password policies that apply to all user accounts. Access this section via Administrations → System Settings → Authentication Methods.
Password Policy
Configure the requirements users must follow when creating or changing passwords.
Password Complexity
| Setting | Description |
|---|---|
| Minimum length | Minimum number of characters required (e.g., 8 characters) |
| Lower case characters | Require at least one lowercase letter (a–z) |
| Upper case characters | Require at least one uppercase letter (A–Z) |
| Digits | Require at least one number (0–9) |
| Special characters | Require at least one special character: !@#$%&*() |
Enable or disable each requirement based on your organization's security needs.
Password Expiration
| Setting | Description |
|---|---|
| Password expiration time (in days) | Number of days after which users must change their password (e.g., 360 days) |
Additional Options
| Setting | Description |
|---|---|
| User is required to change password (after first login)? | When set to Yes, new users must change their password the first time they log in. Default: No |
| Allow user login on multiple devices | When set to Yes, users may be logged in from multiple devices simultaneously. Set to No to enforce single-device access. Default: Yes |
Two-Factor Authentication (2-FA)
| Setting | Description |
|---|---|
| Force all users enable 2-FA method | When set to Yes, all users must configure and use a two-factor authentication method to log in. Default: No |
Saving Changes
Click Submit to save the password policy. Changes apply to new passwords and password changes; existing sessions are not affected until the next login.