PlexTrac enables two-factor authentication at the account level and is managed on the Two-Factor Authentication tab of the Personal Settings page. Two-factor authentication is a security measure that requires users to provide two forms of identification to access an account or system.
Two-factor authentication (2FA) is a security measure that significantly protects against unauthorized access to sensitive information and accounts. It works by adding an extra layer of verification to the traditional password or PIN login process. When users log in, they must provide their regular credentials, such as a username and password, and a second form of authentication.
The second authentication factor can take various forms, such as a unique code sent to the user's mobile device via SMS or generated by an authentication app, a fingerprint or facial recognition scan, a hardware token, or even a one-time password sent to an email address. The significance of 2FA lies in its ability to counteract the vulnerabilities of using passwords alone.
Step 1: Click the Two-Factor Authentication tab on the Personal Settings page.
Step 2: Click Set up Two-Factor Authentication.
Step 3: Scan the QR code with the phone and input the token provided on the device.
Step 4: Click Confirm. The modal will disappear, and a message will confirm that Two-factor Authentication is enabled.
Step 1: Click the Two-Factor Authentication tab on the Personal Settings page.
Step 2: Click Reset Token.
Step 3: A confirmation modal appears. Click Reset.
Step 4: Scan the QR code and click Confirm.
Step 1: Click the Two-Factor Authentication tab on the Personal Settings page.
Step 2: Click Disable Two-Factor Authentication.
Step 3: A confirmation appears. Click Disable.
Users can change their password in the Personal Settings section by navigating to the Change Password tab. This feature empowers users to maintain the security and integrity of their accounts by periodically updating their passwords.
All of the listed requirements must be met to create an acceptable password.
a minimum of 12 characters
one lowercase character
one uppercase character
one number
one special character
Users can access the password requirements within the platform by clicking on the "?" next to the "Enter New Password" label.
The Profile tab allows users to customize and manage their accounts by adjusting their user names and profile pictures. They can also tailor the date format to their personal preference or regional settings. Plus, there's an option for a dark mode interface that's easy on the eyes in low-light conditions.
Step 1: From the Profile tab of the Personal Settings page, click the avatar circle under "Profile Image" to bring up a dialog box.
Step 2: Drag an image to the dialog box or click the box to navigate to the file on the computer. Click Submit.
The new image is now shown in the Profile tab and next to the user name at the top right of the page.
Step 1: From the Profile tab of the Personal Settings page, click the avatar circle under "Profile Image" to bring up a dialog box.
Step 2: Click Delete Profile Image. The modal will disappear, and PlexTrac will revert to the default grey avatar icon.
The modal will disappear, and PlexTrac will revert to the default grey avatar icon.
The name displayed for a user throughout PlexTrac is managed here. Users can update their information by entering the desired values in the "First Name" and "Last Name" fields.
After making the necessary changes, click Update Settings at the bottom of the page to save the updated information.
The new name value may not appear immediately without a browser refresh. To confirm the change, an email will be sent to the address on file.
To switch between Light and Dark Mode on PlexTrac, adjust the toggle button under "Theme Mode."
The date format can be configured to display in one of three options: YYYY-MM-DD, DD-MM-YYYY, or MM-DD-YYYY.
All changes to a user name must be confirmed by clicking Update Settings.
The Personal Settings page allows users to upload a profile image, change the user display name, view the email on file, select a theme mode (light or dark), update the user password, configure how dates are displayed, and set up and manage multi-factor authentication (MFA).
The personal settings page is reached by clicking the user name in the upper right and then clicking Profile.
The Personal Settings page has three tabs: