Login methods
Users can sign in to AP Essentials using several authentication methods, depending on how your organization is configured. Authentication is the process of verifying a user's identity before granting access to the system.
The available login methods include basic username and password authentication and more advanced options, such as two-factor authentication (2FA) and single sign-on (SSO). Each method offers a different balance of security, convenience, and administrative control.
For security reasons, you are automatically logged out of AP Essentials after 30 minutes of inactivity.
Passwords
Passwords are the most common login method and rely on something the user knows. While simple to use, password-only authentication is considered relatively weak on its own and is often supplemented with additional security measures.
See Passwords for more information about password requirements and inactivity rules.
Two-factor authentication (2FA)
Two-factor authentication adds an extra layer of security by requiring users to provide two different types of verification, such as a password and a one-time code or biometric factor. This significantly reduces the risk of unauthorized access, even if a password is compromised.
Single sign-on (SSO)
Single sign-on allows users to log in once and gain access to multiple systems without needing to re-enter credentials. This improves user convenience and centralizes authentication management, while still enabling strong security controls.