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Set up two-factor authentication when you sign in
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If your school requires two-factor authentication (2FA, also called MFA), signing in takes two things: your password and a second step — a passkey (Windows Hello, Touch ID, your phone or a security key) or a 6-digit code...
Switch theme and colour theme
3 min read
ADAdmin has two appearance settings, and you can combine them however you like: Theme — light mode, dark mode, or follow your device's setting. Colour theme — the colour of buttons, links and highlights: Realsmart, Sapph...
View your profile
7 min read
My profile in ADAdmin shows your account information and holds the settings that belong to the admin area: your colour theme, page walkthroughs and, for admins, notification preferences. Your own password, profile pictur...
Why am I asked to change my password when I sign in?
3 min read
After you sign in with your username and password, you may see a screen headed Change your password, with the line For your security, please set a new password to continue. You can't carry on until you've chosen a new on...