Learn how to protect sensitive information in Dutchie POS by setting up session timeouts to automatically log out users after an idle period.
Session timeout is a security feature that automatically logs users out of Dutchie POS after a specified period of inactivity. This feature is designed to protect customer information and sensitive business data in compliance with common security standards and regulations.
Things to know
- There are separate session timeout settings for Backoffice and the Register.
- Session timeout settings are location-specific. Repeat these steps for each location where you want to use this feature.
- You must have permission to adjust location settings. A Dutchie admin can grant permission by going to Settings > Users to change and add permissions.
How it works
A logged-in user is considered inactive when there are no keyboard, touchscreen, or mouse inputs. Before the inactivity threshold is reached, a warning message appears with a countdown timer. Users can choose Stay logged in to continue their session until the countdown timer runs out.
How to set up a session timeout
- In the Backoffice, go to Settings > Location.
- Scroll down to the Session timeout section.
- Check the box for Enable register inactivity threshold and/or Enable backoffice inactivity threshold.
- Enter the number of minutes users at this location can be inactive in the Register and Backoffice before they have to log in again.
- Click Save.