Custom password settings
When using Custom AuthenticationOne of the authentication methods allowed by GFI OneConnect. When this method is used client will receive an email with the URL to log in, their username and temporary password. The user must change their password at the first login. GFI OneConnect, you can apply certain restrictions and limitations on the password set by users.
To configure Custom Authentication password settings:
- Login to GFI OneConnect with an administrator account.
- From the top-right menu, navigate to Settings > Authentication.
- From the User Notification area, click Advanced Settings.
- Configure the following options:
| Password Constraints | Description |
|---|---|
| Minimum password length | Set the minimum number of characters that a password should be. |
| Password unique within (months) |
Set the number of months for which the password should be unique. This prevents users from reusing old passwords within a period of time. |
| Password unique within (changes) | Set the number of changes for which the password should be unique. This prevents users from reusing old passwords within the specified iterations. |
| Allow password to match username | If enabled; users can set their password to be equal to their username. |
| Require strong passwords | If enabled; passwords must contain upper and lowercase letters, numbers and punctuation. |
| Notify users when their password is changed | Send an email notification to users when their password is modified. |
The changes are automatically saved.