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# PIN and Passcode Settings

## PIN & Passcode

Storefront Gateway's **PIN & Passcode** page contains dynamic settings that can be used to tailor the user's login experience. The settings define the format/type of passcodes allowed and the PIN length required.

## PIN Settings

A PIN is generally used by a Soft Profile (SP) user that is required to login with some type of verification. Configure the PIN from **Admin console** > **Authentication** > **PIN & Passcode**. The tables below explains the app settings available to modify the user PIN length:

| Setting | Description | Default Value |
| - | - | - |
| PIN Length | Requires the user PIN to be a minimum length of characters. | 1 |

## Passcode Settings

A passcode is often used by a primary user, such as a parent, as a method to quickly access their services. These settings define the format and length of the passcode for increased security. Configure the passcode from**Admin console** > **Authentication** > **PIN & Passcode**. The tables below explains the app settings available to configure the user passcode formats:

| Setting | Description | Default Value |
| - | - | - |
| Passcode Min Unique Chars | Defines the minimum number of unique characters that's required in the user passcode. | 3 |
| Passcode Max Consecutive Numbers | Defines the maximum number of consecutive digits allowed in the user passcode. | 3 |
| Passcode length | Requires the user passcode to be a minimum length of characters. | 8 |

**Parent topic:**[Authentication](connectAdminAuthenticationSettings)


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