Password Protection

Secure access to your business data with password protection and biometric login integration.

Setting Up Password Protection

Adding a password encrypts your company file so that only you can access it.

  1. Go to "Settings"
  2. Select the "Security" tab
  3. Click "Add Password"
  4. Enter and confirm your password

Once a password is set, you'll be prompted to enter it each time you open the company file.

Important: There is no password recovery option. If you forget your password, you will not be able to access your company file. Consider storing your password in a secure password manager.

Changing Your Password

To change an existing password:

  1. Go to "Settings > Security"
  2. Click the "Change" button next to the Password section
  3. Enter your current password, then set a new one

Biometric Login (Premium)

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Argo Books supports biometric authentication on Windows and macOS, allowing you to use fingerprint or facial recognition for quick, secure access instead of typing your password each time.

Enabling Biometric Login

  1. First, set up a password (see above)
  2. In Settings > Security, the "Windows Hello" toggle (on Windows) or "Touch ID" toggle (on macOS) will appear below the password section
  3. Enable the toggle and verify your identity when prompted by your operating system
  4. Next time you open your company file, a biometric login button will appear alongside the password field

Platform Support

  • Windows: Uses Windows Hello (fingerprint reader, facial recognition camera, or PIN)
  • macOS: Uses Touch ID
  • Linux: Biometric login is not currently supported
Note: Biometric login requires a password to be set first, and compatible hardware configured in your operating system settings. If your device does not have biometric hardware, the biometric option will not appear in Settings.

Auto-Lock

When a password is set, Argo Books can automatically lock your company file after a period of inactivity. This protects your data if you step away from your computer. You can configure the auto-lock timeout in Settings > Security.

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