First Login Guide

This guide walks you through your first login to Sparko and helps you set up your account for success.

Accessing Sparko

Login Methods

Sparko supports multiple login methods depending on your company's configuration:

  1. Email & Password

    • Enter your work email address
    • Enter your password
    • Click "Sign In"

  2. Single Sign-On (SSO)

    • Click "Sign in with SSO"
    • You'll be redirected to your company's identity provider
    • Authenticate using your company credentials

  3. SAML Authentication

    • If your company uses SAML, click "Sign in with SAML"
    • Complete authentication through your identity provider

First-Time Password Setup

If this is your first login:

  1. Check your email for a welcome message from Sparko
  2. Click the "Set Password" link in the email
  3. Create a secure password that meets these requirements:
    • At least 12 characters
    • Mix of uppercase and lowercase letters
    • At least one number
    • At least one special character
  4. Confirm your password
  5. Click "Set Password"

Multi-Factor Authentication (MFA)

For additional security, your company may require MFA:

Setting Up MFA

  1. After your first login, you may be prompted to set up MFA
  2. Download an authenticator app if you don't have one:
    • Google Authenticator
    • Microsoft Authenticator
    • Authy
  3. Scan the QR code with your authenticator app
  4. Enter the 6-digit code from your app
  5. Save your backup codes in a secure location

Using MFA

Each time you log in:

  1. Enter your email and password
  2. Enter the 6-digit code from your authenticator app
  3. Click "Verify"

Complete Your Profile

After your first login, complete your employee profile:

Required Information

  • Profile Photo: Upload a professional photo
  • Personal Information: Verify your name, email, and phone
  • Emergency Contact: Add emergency contact details
  • Work Information: Confirm your department and location

Profile Completion

Your profile completion percentage is shown on your dashboard. A complete profile helps:

  • Colleagues find and contact you
  • Managers have accurate team information
  • HR maintain compliance

Dashboard Overview

After login, you'll see your personalized dashboard:

Dashboard Sections

  1. Welcome Banner: Personalized greeting and quick stats
  2. My Tasks: Pending items requiring your attention
  3. Team Updates: Recent activity from your team (managers only)
  4. Announcements: Company-wide communications
  5. Quick Actions: Common tasks like requesting time off

Navigation

  • Sidebar: Access all modules from the left sidebar
  • Search: Global search at the top to find anything
  • Profile Menu: Access settings from your profile icon
  • AI Assistant: Click the AI button for help anytime

Initial Setup Checklist

Complete these items in your first week:

  • Update your profile photo
  • Verify your personal information
  • Add emergency contact
  • Set up MFA (if required)
  • Review company announcements
  • Explore your PTO balance
  • Set up your OKRs (if applicable)
  • Meet your AI Assistant

Keyboard Shortcuts

Speed up your workflow with these shortcuts:

Shortcut Action
Ctrl/Cmd + K Open global search
Ctrl/Cmd + / Open AI Assistant
Ctrl/Cmd + N Create new item (context-sensitive)
Esc Close modal/dialog

Next Steps

Still need help? Reach us at support@sparko.app.

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