Manage Token

Token management is the process used to authenticate third party applications to access DNIF Integration Services. It is used to secure user access to systems and applications. A token is generated from the DNIF console with all the details of the particular application. Users can access DNIF from an authorized third party application if authenticated using a valid token.

How to generate tokens?

  • Hover on the System icon on the left sidebar of the Home screen, from the option displayed select Manage Tokens, the following screen will be displayed.

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  • Click plus icon to generate a token. The following Add Token screen is displayed.

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The Add Token screen displays the following fields:

Field Name  Description
Scope Name Select the scope that you want to access.
App Name Enter the Name of the application through which you will be accessing DNIF
Capabilities Select the required capabilities.
Description Enter a brief description explaining the reason why this token is generated.
  • Select / Enter the required details and click Generate Token, to generate a token. A window pops up displaying the generated token

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  • Copy this generated token and use this token to access DNIF through a third party application.
  • Ensure to copy the token at this stage as the token won’t be displayed again. Once you click outside this popup the generated token will be listed as follows.
  • If you misplace the token, the application should be deleted from this list and a token should be generated again.