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Switch to claims-based SWT authentication

If, after upgrade, you want to continue using claims-based authentication with simple web token (SWT), you can switch the authentication protocol.

To do this, perform the following:

  1. Navigate to Administration » Settings » Advanced.
  2. In the left pane, click Authentication.
  3. In Authentication protocol dropdown box, select SimpleWebToken.
  4. Save your changes.
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