This article describes Sinch's SSO protocol Sinch ID Single Sign-On. SimpleTexting is rolling out a new single sign-on login experience that will allow our customers to seamlessly login to any of their existing Sinch services. As such, you may notice a sequence of login pages that differ from those with which you're familiar.
How does this impact me?
As an existing customer, you do not have to do anything – your existing email/password and 2FA will be automatically migrated to a Sinch ID.
You will however, notice a different sequence of login pages when you try to log in. But don’t worry, we will guide you step-by-step through the new experience below.
The new login experience
The new experience is straightforward, but we understand it can be a bit jarring when you're familiar with the previous experience of logging into your SimpleTexting account. There are 3 simple steps to follow:
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Navigate to the login page and enter your email address:
- Now, you'll enter your password. It's the same one you've been using to login to the SimpleTexting portal, this hasn't changed! Once you've entered it then click Continue.
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The last screen you see asks for your 2FA token, which will be sent to your mobile phone, or will be stored in your Authentication app on your mobile device/ desktop. Once you have the code you can enter the 6-digit token and click the Continue button.
Note: You can check the Remember this device for 30 days box to skip this prompt for a code for 30 days, if you are using the same device.
If you clear your cookies you will be prompted for a code again.
Congratulations, you've successfully completed your first sign-in with Sinch ID! You'll now be taken to the SimpleTexting portal.
Managing Sinch ID
You can manage your Sinch ID details, review recent login activity and login to your other Sinch products all from one place.
Navigate to Profile > Manage Sinch ID:
The Sinch ID management page will open in a new window.
From the initial Sign-in & Security page you can:
There are also pages where you can view your recent Sinch ID activity, and login to your other Sinch applications: