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Password Change

Keep your GitScrum account secure by regularly updating your password. This guide covers how to change your password and what happens after.

Accessing Password Change

From your Profile page:

  1. Navigate to Profile (click avatar → Profile)
  2. Locate "Password" button in header section
  3. Click to open password change modal

The button appears alongside the Edit Profile button, only visible when viewing your own profile.

Changing Your Password

Step 1: Open Modal

Click the Password button to open the change password dialog.

Step 2: Enter New Password

  1. Type your new password in the field
  2. Use the eye icon to toggle visibility
  3. Verify you've typed correctly

Password Requirements

RequirementDescription
LengthMinimum 8 characters
Maximum25 characters
CharactersAny combination of letters, numbers, symbols

Step 3: Confirm Change

  1. Click "Change" button
  2. Wait for confirmation
  3. Success message appears

After Password Change

Immediate Logout

After successful password change:

  1. Confirmation displays: "Password changed!"
  2. Countdown starts: "Logging out in 5s..."
  3. Automatic redirect to login page
  4. All sessions ended across all devices

Why Automatic Logout?

Security measure to ensure:

  • Old sessions cannot continue using account
  • Any compromised sessions are invalidated
  • You must verify new password works
  • Clean authentication state

Signing Back In

  1. Enter your email
  2. Enter new password
  3. Complete 2FA if enabled
  4. Access restored

Password Best Practices

Creating Strong Passwords

Do:

  • Use 12+ characters when possible
  • Mix uppercase, lowercase, numbers, symbols
  • Use passphrases (multiple random words)
  • Generate with password manager

Don't:

  • Reuse passwords from other sites
  • Use personal information (birthdays, names)
  • Use sequential patterns (abc123, qwerty)
  • Share passwords with others

Password Examples

Weak:
- password123
- john1985
- qwerty

Strong:
- Kx9#mP2$vL8nQ4@w
- correct-horse-battery-staple
- $unfl0wer!Mountain#2024

Update Frequency

Recommended password update schedule:

SituationRecommendation
Regular updateEvery 6-12 months
Suspected breachImmediately
Shared computer usedAfter each use
Team member leavesIf password was shared

Password Recovery

Forgot Password

If you forget your password:

  1. Go to login page
  2. Click "Forgot password?"
  3. Enter email address
  4. Check email for reset link
  5. Click link within 24 hours
  6. Set new password

Reset Link Expiration

Password reset links expire after 24 hours for security. Request a new link if expired.

Troubleshooting

Password Not Accepted

If your new password is rejected:

IssueSolution
Too shortUse at least 8 characters
Too longMaximum 25 characters
Contains spacesRemove leading/trailing spaces

Cannot Sign In After Change

  1. Verify you're using the new password
  2. Check caps lock is off
  3. Clear browser autofill if outdated
  4. Try "Forgot password" if unsure

Still Logged In Elsewhere

After password change, all sessions should end. If you notice activity:

  1. Check active sessions in browser settings
  2. Clear all browser cookies for GitScrum
  3. Contact support if unauthorized access suspected

Security Notifications

When you change your password, GitScrum sends:

  • Confirmation email about password change
  • Alert if change was unexpected

If you receive notification about a password change you didn't make:

  1. Immediately reset password
  2. Enable 2FA if not active
  3. Review account activity
  4. Contact support if concerned

Related to Password

Two-Factor Authentication

Adding 2FA provides additional security beyond password:

  • Password alone cannot access account
  • Protects against password breaches
  • Requires authenticator app code

See Two-Factor Authentication for setup.

Session Management

Your password protects all sessions:

  • Browser sessions
  • API token generation
  • Mobile app access

Changing password ends all active sessions for security.

Frequently Asked Questions

Why am I logged out after changing password?

Security requirement. All sessions end to ensure any potentially compromised sessions are invalidated. This protects against unauthorized access if your old password was known by someone else.

Can I use my old password again?

Yes, GitScrum does not prevent password reuse. However, using a new unique password is recommended for security.

How long until I'm logged out?

A 5-second countdown displays after successful change. You're redirected to login after countdown completes.

What if I forget my new password immediately?

Use the "Forgot password" option on the login page to receive a reset link via email. Set a new password through that link.

Does password change affect API tokens?

No, existing API tokens remain valid after password change. Revoke tokens separately if needed.

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