coreSTORE - Getting Started (Video): Setting up Security
In this tutorial, we explain the advanced security measures available in coreSTORE, including facial recognition, two-factor authentication, and IP address restrictions. Learn how to enable these features to enhance the security of coreSTORE and prevent unauthorized access. Watch this video to safeguard your store’s operations with the latest security technologies in coreSTORE.
Facial recognition maintains a private repository of your employee photos, this data is not shared outside of your organization. It is a fast and secure way to log into coreSTORE.
coreSTORE offers advanced security features to protect your point of sale system and ensure secure access for your employees. This guide will walk you through enabling facial recognition, two-factor authentication, and IP address restrictions.
Access Store Configuration:
- Navigate to Store Configuration in coreSTORE.
- Scroll down to the "Employee" section.
Enable Facial Recognition:
- Check the box labeled "Enable Facial Recognition."
- Click "Save" to apply the changes.
Set Up Employee Facial Recognition:
- Go to the Employees section and select an employee.
- Click the camera icon to take a picture using the webcam or upload a picture.
- Save the changes.
Log In Using Facial Recognition:
- Log out of the system.
- The camera will activate, allowing the employee to log in by looking at the camera.
- This feature speeds up the login process and prevents password sharing.
Enable facial recognition for an employee:
- Configure the setting in Store Configuration.
- Take or upload the employee’s picture.
- The employee can now log in using facial recognition.
Enable Two-Factor Authentication:
- In Store Configuration, under the "Employee" section, check the box labeled "Enable Two-Factor Authentication."
- Click "Save" to apply the changes.
Set Up 2FA for Employees:
- Each employee needs to set up 2FA individually.
- Go to the employee profile and click "Setup Two-Factor Authentication."
- Use an authentication app like Google Authenticator to scan the QR code provided.
- Enter the generated code to verify and activate 2FA.
Set up 2FA for an employee:
- Enable 2FA in Store Configuration.
- Employee scans the QR code using Google Authenticator.
- The employee logs in using the code generated by the app.
Logging In with 2FA:
- After facial recognition, the system will prompt for the authentication code.
- Enter the code from the authentication app to complete the login.
Set IP Restrictions:
- Go to the Locations section and edit the desired location.
- Enter your static IP address in the "Time Clock IP Address" field.
- This ensures employees can only clock in and log in from within the store’s network.
Obtain a Static IP Address:
- Contact your internet service provider to obtain a static IP address.
- Ensure the IP address does not change to maintain security.
Restrict login and clock-in to the store location:
- Configure the static IP address in Location settings.
- Employees must be on the store’s network to access coreSTORE.
- Enhanced Security: Prevents unauthorized access and protects sensitive data.
- Efficient Access: Facial recognition and 2FA streamline the login process while maintaining security.
- Controlled Environment: IP restrictions ensure employees log in only from the store location.
Implementing advanced security measures in coreSTORE enhances the protection of your point of sale system. By enabling facial recognition, two-factor authentication, and IP address restrictions, you can ensure secure access for your employees. For further assistance, refer to the coreSTORE knowledge base or contact support.
These features provide robust security for your store’s operations, safeguarding against unauthorized access and ensuring that only authorized personnel can log in and clock in.
Facial recognition maintains a private repository of your employee photos, this data is not shared outside of your organization. It is a fast and secure way to log into coreSTORE.
Implementing Advanced Security Measures in coreSTORE
Introduction
coreSTORE offers advanced security features to protect your point of sale system and ensure secure access for your employees. This guide will walk you through enabling facial recognition, two-factor authentication, and IP address restrictions.
Enabling Facial Recognition
Step-by-Step Guide
Access Store Configuration:
- Navigate to Store Configuration in coreSTORE.
- Scroll down to the "Employee" section.
Enable Facial Recognition:
- Check the box labeled "Enable Facial Recognition."
- Click "Save" to apply the changes.
Set Up Employee Facial Recognition:
- Go to the Employees section and select an employee.
- Click the camera icon to take a picture using the webcam or upload a picture.
- Save the changes.
Log In Using Facial Recognition:
- Log out of the system.
- The camera will activate, allowing the employee to log in by looking at the camera.
- This feature speeds up the login process and prevents password sharing.
Example
Enable facial recognition for an employee:
- Configure the setting in Store Configuration.
- Take or upload the employee’s picture.
- The employee can now log in using facial recognition.
Enabling Two-Factor Authentication (2FA)
Enable Two-Factor Authentication:
- In Store Configuration, under the "Employee" section, check the box labeled "Enable Two-Factor Authentication."
- Click "Save" to apply the changes.
Set Up 2FA for Employees:
- Each employee needs to set up 2FA individually.
- Go to the employee profile and click "Setup Two-Factor Authentication."
- Use an authentication app like Google Authenticator to scan the QR code provided.
- Enter the generated code to verify and activate 2FA.
Example
Set up 2FA for an employee:
- Enable 2FA in Store Configuration.
- Employee scans the QR code using Google Authenticator.
- The employee logs in using the code generated by the app.
Logging In with 2FA:
- After facial recognition, the system will prompt for the authentication code.
- Enter the code from the authentication app to complete the login.
Restricting IP Address for Time Clock and Login
Set IP Restrictions:
- Go to the Locations section and edit the desired location.
- Enter your static IP address in the "Time Clock IP Address" field.
- This ensures employees can only clock in and log in from within the store’s network.
Obtain a Static IP Address:
- Contact your internet service provider to obtain a static IP address.
- Ensure the IP address does not change to maintain security.
Example
Restrict login and clock-in to the store location:
- Configure the static IP address in Location settings.
- Employees must be on the store’s network to access coreSTORE.
Benefits of Advanced Security Measures
- Enhanced Security: Prevents unauthorized access and protects sensitive data.
- Efficient Access: Facial recognition and 2FA streamline the login process while maintaining security.
- Controlled Environment: IP restrictions ensure employees log in only from the store location.
Conclusion
Implementing advanced security measures in coreSTORE enhances the protection of your point of sale system. By enabling facial recognition, two-factor authentication, and IP address restrictions, you can ensure secure access for your employees. For further assistance, refer to the coreSTORE knowledge base or contact support.
These features provide robust security for your store’s operations, safeguarding against unauthorized access and ensuring that only authorized personnel can log in and clock in.
Updated on: 06/26/2024
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