At Alinsco Insurance, we are committed to providing our agents with a seamless and secure online experience. As part of this commitment, we are updating our login process for the Agent Portal. This change aims to enhance security and improve the overall user experience. In this blog post, we’ll address how these changes might affect your use of password managers and provide solutions to ensure a smooth login experience.
The New Login Process
Starting from September 10th, agents will begin the login process at agents.empowerins.com. Upon clicking the "Login" button, you will be redirected to auth.alinscoinsurance.com, where you will enter your username and password to access your account. It’s crucial to start at agents.empowerins.com. Going directly to auth.alinscoinsurance.com will not allow you to log in correctly.
Potential Issue with Password Managers
We understand that many agents use password managers to store and autofill their usernames and passwords. These tools are invaluable for maintaining secure and complex credentials. However, with this update, there might be a challenge: Password managers usually associate usernames and passwords with specific websites. Since our new login process involves two different web addresses, the details saved for agents.empowerins.com may not automatically fill in at auth.alinscoinsurance.com.
Solution: Equivalent Domains Feature
Some password managers offer a feature called "Equivalent Domains," which allows you to link different websites to the same set of login details. This feature ensures a smooth login experience even when navigating between different sites.
LastPass
Feature: Equivalent Domains
Setup Instructions: LastPass Support - Equivalent Domains
1Password
Feature: Equivalent Domains (Custom Website Field Matching)
Setup Instructions: 1Password Support - Multiple Website Fields
Dashlane
Feature: Autofill Configuration for Multiple URLs
Setup Instructions: Dashlane Support - Managing Multiple Websites
Bitwarden
Feature: Equivalent Domains
Setup Instructions: Bitwarden Help Center - Equivalent Domains
NordPass
Feature: Multiple URLs
Setup Instructions: Add multiple URLs to password items
Keeper
Feature: One Record with Multiple URL Domains
Setup Instructions: Keeper User Guide - One Record with Multiple URL Domains
RoboForm
Feature: Domain Equivalences
Setup Instructions: Domains & Websites controls
What You Need to Do
To ensure uninterrupted access to the Alinsco Agent Portal, please configure your password manager to recognize agents.empowerins.com and auth.alinscoinsurance.com as equivalent domains. This setup will allow your username and password to autofill correctly regardless of the starting point.
For detailed instructions, refer to your password manager’s support resources linked above. If you encounter any issues or need further assistance, please don't hesitate to contact customer service at 877-437-5010.
We appreciate your cooperation and understanding as we implement these changes. Our goal is to make your experience as secure and smooth as possible. Thank you for being a valued partner of Alinsco Insurance.
Disclaimer: This blog post is intended for informational purposes only. For specific guidance, please consult with your IT professional or the support team of your chosen password manager.
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