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diff --git a/doc/security/user_email_confirmation.md b/doc/security/user_email_confirmation.md index cf7cb0ea4cb..1b39937acbe 100644 --- a/doc/security/user_email_confirmation.md +++ b/doc/security/user_email_confirmation.md @@ -11,8 +11,14 @@ GitLab can be configured to require confirmation of a user's email address when the user signs up. When this setting is enabled, the user is unable to sign in until they confirm their email address. -In **Admin Area > Settings** (`/admin/application_settings/general`), go to the section -**Sign-up Restrictions** and look for the **Send confirmation email on sign-up** option. +1. On the top bar, select **Menu >** **{admin}** **Admin**. +1. On the left sidebar, select **Settings > General** (`/admin/application_settings/general`). +1. Expand the **Sign-up restrictions** section and look for the **Send confirmation email on sign-up** option. + +## Confirmation token expiry + +By default, a user can confirm their account within 24 hours after the confirmation email was sent. +After 24 hours, the confirmation token becomes invalid. <!-- ## Troubleshooting |