How to Sign In

This guide covers the sign-in process, security features, and troubleshooting for accessing your account.

Prerequisites

Valid account (either created through organization creation or invitation)
Email address and password used during registration
Active internet connection

Direct Access:

Navigate to the application’s main URL
You’ll be automatically redirected to the sign-in page if not authenticated

From Registration:

After creating an organization or joining one, you’ll be redirected to sign-in
Use the credentials you just created

2. Enter Your Credentials

Required Information:

Email Address: The email you used during registration
Password: Your secure password

Form Features:

Password Visibility Toggle: Click the eye icon to show/hide your password
Auto-validation: Real-time validation of email format
Remember Fields: Browser may offer to save credentials

3. Submit and Access

Click the “Sign In” button
The system validates your credentials with Supabase Auth
Upon successful authentication, you’re redirected to your dashboard
Loading state is shown during authentication process

Authentication Features

Secure Authentication

Supabase Auth: Enterprise-grade authentication system
Session Management: Secure session handling with automatic renewal
Password Protection: Passwords are securely hashed and never stored in plain text

Session Persistence

Stay Signed In: Sessions persist across browser sessions
Automatic Renewal: Sessions are refreshed automatically
30-Day Cookies: Authentication cookies last up to 30 days
Cross-Tab Sync: Authentication state synchronized across browser tabs

Security Measures

Rate Limiting: Protection against brute force attacks
Secure Cookies: Authentication cookies use secure flags
HTTPS Only: All authentication traffic is encrypted
Session Validation: Continuous validation of session integrity

Dashboard Access

After successful login, you’ll access:

Protected Dashboard: Your personalized workspace
Role-Based Content: Features and sections based on your user role
Organization Data: Access to your organization’s projects, team, and data
Navigation Menu: Full application navigation based on permissions

Language and Preferences

Language Settings: Application loads with your preferred language
Theme Preferences: Personal UI preferences are applied
Notification Settings: Your notification preferences are active

Initial Loading

User Metadata: Your profile information and role are loaded
Organization Context: Organization settings and preferences applied
Permission Verification: Access rights are validated for all features

Multi-Device Access

Supported Platforms

Web Browsers: Chrome, Firefox, Safari, Edge (modern versions)
Mobile Browsers: Responsive design works on mobile devices
Tablets: Optimized for tablet viewing

Session Synchronization

Cross-Device: Sign in on multiple devices with the same account
Independent Sessions: Each device maintains its own secure session
Consistent Experience: Same features and data across all devices

Access Control and Redirects

Protected Routes

Automatic Redirection: Unauthenticated users redirected to sign-in
Role-Based Access: Some routes require specific user roles
Permission Checks: Real-time verification of access rights

Middleware Protection

The application uses Next.js middleware for:

Route Protection: Automatic authentication checks
Role Validation: Ensuring users can access requested features
Session Management: Handling session renewal and validation
Graceful Redirects: Smooth redirection for unauthorized access

Troubleshooting

Invalid Credentials

Double-check email: Ensure email is spelled correctly
Verify password: Use password visibility toggle to confirm
Case sensitivity: Passwords are case-sensitive
Try password reset: If you’ve forgotten your password

Account Not Found

Registration required: You may need to create an account first
Wrong email: Verify you’re using the correct email address
Organization access: Ensure you’ve been invited to an organization

Session Expired

Automatic redirect: You’ll be redirected to sign-in when sessions expire
Re-authentication: Simply sign in again to refresh your session
Data preservation: Your work is typically saved before session expiry

Browser Issues

Clear cookies: Clear authentication cookies and try again
Disable extensions: Browser extensions might interfere
Incognito mode: Try signing in using private/incognito browsing
Different browser: Test with a different web browser

Network and Technical Issues

Slow Loading

Internet connection: Verify stable internet connectivity
Server status: Check if there are any service disruptions
Browser cache: Clear browser cache and reload

JavaScript Errors

Browser console: Check for JavaScript errors in browser developer tools
Browser updates: Ensure your browser is up to date
Compatibility: Verify browser compatibility with modern web standards

Getting Help

If you continue experiencing issues:

Check credentials: Verify email and password are correct
Password reset: Use the “Forgot password” link if needed
Browser troubleshooting: Try different browsers or clear cache
Contact admin: Reach out to your organization’s admin for account issues
Support resources: Access help documentation or contact support

Security Best Practices

Password Security

Strong passwords: Use complex passwords with mixed characters
Unique passwords: Don’t reuse passwords from other services
Regular updates: Change passwords periodically
Password managers: Consider using a password manager

Account Security

Secure devices: Only sign in on trusted devices
Sign out: Sign out when using shared or public computers
Monitor access: Be aware of your account access patterns
Report issues: Report suspicious activity immediately

Session Management

Timeout awareness: Sessions expire for security
Multiple devices: Be mindful of devices where you’re signed in
Network security: Use secure networks when accessing the application

Next Steps

After successful sign-in:

Password Reset Guide: How to reset forgotten passwords
User Roles: Understanding your access level
Account Security: Best practices for account protection