Overview

Virto Password Expiration Web Part for SharePoint is a SharePoint on‑premises software component developed by VirtoSoftware that automates user notifications about upcoming password expirations. It integrates seamlessly into SharePoint sites and provides configurable email alerts as well as interface notifications, ensuring users are informed when their Active Directory passwords are about to expire. This helps reduce account lockouts and decreases help‑desk workload. Administrators can define notification schedules, customize messages, and select which users or groups receive alerts. The solution is designed to improve security awareness and streamline password management processes across the organization.

Features and Capabilities

• Product Integration:
  • Automatically embeds into Microsoft SharePoint on‑premises environments.
  • Works with the SharePoint web part framework to display expiration alerts directly on pages.
  • Fully compatible with various SharePoint versions and site layouts.
• Password Expiration Notifications:
  • Sends automated email alerts to users prior to password expiration.
  • Supports multiple configurable reminders (e.g., initial alert, follow-up alerts, daily notifications).
  • Allows customization of email subjects and body messages using dynamic placeholders.
  • Optional pop-up notifications within the SharePoint UI to increase user visibility.
  • Enables users to take timely action before their passwords expire.
• Administrative Controls:
  • Administrators can set schedules for notifications and determine alert frequency.
  • Option to exclude specific users or groups from receiving notifications.
  • Supports configuration of SMTP servers for outgoing emails.
  • Provides flexibility to define exact times and intervals for notifications.
  • Helps enforce internal security policies without manual intervention.
• User Experience:
  • Clearly displays upcoming password expiration dates on SharePoint pages.
  • Reduces help‑desk requests by prompting users proactively.
  • Alerts are visible to users without requiring them to monitor password policies manually.
  • Supports seamless interaction for end users, ensuring minimal disruption to daily work.