We send out emails when login to your account is unrecognized or appears to be from a new device or location.
You can turn these notifications off via your Email Preferences page.
These emails work in conjunction with your Login History
A few things work against the simple principles of establishing whether your details are new or previously seen, they are:
- Device/Browser Upgrades - when you upgrade to a new version of Chrome, Firefox, etc., you will appear to be using a new browser, this will trigger the notification. The same is true for some PC or smartphone upgrades. Same device, different operating system version results in a notification.
- Accessing via 3G/4G - Most providers vary the IP addresses you access from depending on where you are, their own proxy server configuration, and how frequently you log in. It is conceivable that you will get an email every time you log in when using your mobile data network.
- We only go back 3 months - If you don't upgrade your device or browser, or get reassigned a new IP by your ISP, you may get another email when you log in after a three-month absence.
If you are suspicious of email authenticity always visit the Site by typing the URL in your browser's address bar, never click on links in emails unless you're 100% sure it's bona fide.
If you are in a Group or are under Advisor control, you may encounter emails when your group manager or advisor logs into your account to perform tasks on your behalf. You should check with them before becoming alarmed, or changing your password anyway, no harm will come of it.
Remember, if the notifications become too frequent, are annoying, or simply not required, you can turn them off here.
Of course, it is imperative that you use an email account that is inaccessible by anyone else. This is important for at least two reasons:
- Password reminders can be sent to your email address. Once someone has that and your Nickname they can log in to your account.
- Anyone else accessing your email may become aware of your AdultWork.com membership. This is potentially undesirable.