A Step-by-Step Guide to Setting Up The Client Login Page in Coordinate
Setting up the client login page in Coordinate is a simple and user-friendly process. This functionality is designed to give your clients easy access to their projects and streamline communication between you and your clients. This guide will take you through every step of the setup process, from inviting a client to customizing the login page.
1. Invite a Client
Firstly, navigate to the project plan within Coordinate where you'll see an example project. Within this project, you can invite a client, for instance, "Bob".
When you send this invitation, Bob will receive an email from Coordinate, which will be branded with your company's logo and colors. The email will contain links which directly lead him to the project page, hence, he will not need to create an account.
2. Client Interaction
Bob can directly access the project plans via the links provided in the email. If there is any assignment or chat message from you in the app through the discussion tab, Bob will receive a notification via email and can get back in immediately.
However, in some instances, you might want to set up a client login page on your website. This will allow clients to access it through the website in addition to the email, providing additional convenience.
3. Navigating to the Client Login Page
To do this, go to the settings, then navigate to the client login page. Here, you will see the settings for the client login page.
You'll find a URL for the client login page at the top. Copy this URL and open it in a new window to view what the client login page looks like.
4. Configuring the Client Login Page
The page is branded with your logo and colors and includes a client login text and a description, both of which are customizable by you.
When clients visit this page through the link you've provided, they can enter their email address to get a direct link to their project. If a non-client enters their email, you will immediately receive their information so you can follow up with them or add them to a project if necessary.
5. Customize the Title and Description
Back in Coordinate, you can customize the title and description of the client login page to suit your needs. For instance, you may want to change the title to "Our Client Portal". The description can be tailored to provide the necessary guidance to your clients such as "Please enter your email below" or "Contact [person] if you need access".
6. Refreshing the Page
After you've added your custom title and description, go back to the client login page and refresh it. The page should reflect your new title and description, maintaining the branding with your logo and colors.
7. Changing the Branding
If you wish to further customize the page, you can alter the color scheme. This can be easily done within the "Your logo and branding" settings. Here, you can change various color aspects of your branding. After saving the changes, go back to the client portal to see the updates reflected.
With these simple steps, your customized client login page is ready for use, making it easier than ever for your clients to access their project plans and communicate with you. The client login page in Coordinate is an efficient and user-friendly feature that enhances the project management experience for both you and your clients.
