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Account Access and Setup

Your DKAN Open Data portal will have a login page located at the site’s URL with the ending /user or by clicking on the login button on the homepage as seen below. Once you’ve accessed the login page, you can log in with your account information. We suggest bookmarking the page for quick access.


User Login

Getting your login details​

For your account details, you may receive an automated email with a link and further instructions for login or simply be contacted directly by the person managing your site ie. the Site Manager. Once you receive your account information, you can access the site, log in, and begin setting up your profile.

Access the site and log in/log out

Request New Password​

Account Credentials

If you don’t remember or can’t find your password you can get a new password by clicking the Request new password button.

Use the login information provided to access the site and your profile. You’ll see your most recent content, your profile details, and your profile image.


Account Details

Edit User Details​

Once logged in, you’ll see your profile page. By clicking the Edit button above your profile image, you can change the details of your account including:

  • Your Username.
  • The email address linked to your account and how you will be contacted.
  • Your password (you can also request a new password if you’ve lost or forgotten it).
  • Additional information about you in the About section and your timezone.
  • Your profile image.
  • You can also see which Groups you belong to and delete your account by clicking the Cancel account button.

User Edit

Log Out​

When you’re done adding and editing content on the site, you’ll want to make sure you log out to avoid security risks. You can log out from anywhere on the site by using either of the buttons shown in the picture below. The blue navigation bar is not on every page of the site, but the black administration bar (the Admin Menu) always appears.


User Logout