How to reset password by 'Reset Password' link without SMTP server

Uses: Kong Gateway
TL;DR

How do I reset an admin or RBAC user’s password using the Reset Password link when there’s no SMTP server configured?

In Kong Manager, open the invited user and click Generate registration link to get a registration link without needing an email from an SMTP server. Copy the link and open it at {Your kong manager URL: 8002}/{copied registration link in step 3} to reach the reset password page.

Overview

Sometimes, you’d like to reset the password by clicking the Reset Password link. However, there is no SMTP server. This article teaches you how to reset the password by clicking the Reset Password link without SMTP server.

Steps

  1. Invite an admin user or RBAC user through Kong Manager.
  2. Click the invited user.
  3. Click Generate registration link.
  4. Copy the registration link.
  5. Access the reset password page at {Your kong manager URL: 8002}/{copied registration link in step 3}.

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