ace00002.gif Expiring Cookies Automatically After a Specified Time


ace00005.gif Note: A shorter expiration time is less convenient for users, but it is more secure.

To have WebID cookies expire automatically after a specified time:

  1. Start the ACE/Agent Administration applet.
       
  2. Under Cookie Expiration Control, select the Cookies expire always after specified time radio button.
       
  3. In the Expiration time field, enter the number of minutes that you want each cookie to last. The maximum number of minutes you can enter is 1440 (one day).
       
  4. Click Apply.

Expiring Cookies After an Idle Timeout Period