Reset a forgotten password. Learn how to request a password reset email and create a new secure password.
Accessing Password Reset
Ways to access the reset password page:
- Click "Forgot Password?" link on the sign-in page
- Navigate directly to /auth/reset-password
- Page shows SortSwift logo and "Reset Password" heading
- Subheading: "Enter your email to reset your password"
Requesting Password Reset
Steps to request password reset:
- Enter your email address in the email field
- Click "Reset Password" button
- System sends password reset email to your address
- Check your email inbox for reset instructions
- Look in spam/junk folder if email doesn't arrive
Password Reset Email
What to expect in the email:
- Reset Link: Contains unique password reset link
- Time Limit: Reset link may expire after certain time period
- Security: Link can only be used once
- Instructions: Email contains clear instructions for resetting password
- Sender: Email sent from SortSwift system
Completing Password Reset
Steps after receiving reset email:
- Click the password reset link in the email
- You'll be redirected to password reset page
- Enter your new password
- Confirm your new password (must match)
- Click "Reset Password" to complete
- Upon success, you can sign in with new password
Password Requirements
Your new password must meet these requirements:
- Minimum Length: At least 12 characters
- Maximum Length: Up to 255 characters
- Match Confirmation: Password and confirm password must match
- Security: Use strong, unique password for better security
- Best Practices: Include mix of uppercase, lowercase, numbers, symbols
Troubleshooting
Common issues and solutions:
- Email Not Received: Check spam folder, wait a few minutes, verify email address is correct
- Expired Link: Request new reset email if link has expired
- Invalid Link: Ensure you're clicking the most recent reset link (links are one-time use)
- Email Not Found: Verify you're using the email associated with your account
- Password Too Weak: Ensure password meets minimum 12 character requirement
- Passwords Don't Match: Re-enter both password fields to match exactly
Security Considerations
Important security information:
- Email Verification: Only registered email can request reset
- Link Expiration: Reset links expire for security
- One-Time Use: Each reset link can only be used once
- No Account Disclosure: System doesn't reveal if email exists (security best practice)
- Immediate Effect: New password takes effect immediately after reset
Security Tip: If you didn't request a password reset, ignore the email and consider changing your password through account settings. Reset links are time-limited and single-use for security.