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      Understanding Banners in Password Manager

      In Password Manager, banners play a crucial role in communicating the status of your accounts and any actions that may be required.

      In Password Manager, banners play a crucial role in communicating the status of your accounts and any actions that may be required. These banners, displayed at the top of the Password Manager window, come in different colors, each signifying a specific type of notification. 

      Types of Banners in Password Manager

      1. Issue Reported Banner (Red):

        • Appearance: This is a red banner that appears when there is an issue with one or more of your 3rd party applications.
        • Action Required: Look for the specific 3rd party application(s) tagged with “Issue Reported” in the account listing. You will need to address the issue, which may involve updating or verifying the credentials for the flagged application.

      2. Credential Requested Banner (Yellow):

        • Appearance: This yellow banner appears when there is a credential request for a 3rd party application.
        • Action Required: Identify the 3rd party application(s) tagged with “Credential Request” in the account listing. You will need to provide the requested credentials for these applications through the Password Manager.

      Responding to Banners

      • Check Regularly: Regularly monitor your Password Manager for any banners, as they indicate important updates or actions needed for your accounts.
      • Take Timely Action: Promptly respond to the notifications. For an “Issue Reported” banner, update or verify the necessary credentials. For a “Credential Request” banner, provide the required credentials as soon as possible.
      • Maintain Security: When updating or entering credentials, ensure you follow secure practices to protect your account information.

      Importance of Banners in Password Manager

      • Effective Communication: Banners are an effective way to communicate urgent information regarding your account security and access.
      • Maintain Functionality: By addressing the issues or requests indicated by the banners, you help maintain the functionality and security of your 3rd party applications.
      • Enhance Security: Timely response to these banners ensures that your accounts remain secure and accessible, both for you and your accounting firm.