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Ever since the forums returned after being down for a little over a week, I find that I have to log in again every time I visit, a problem I hadn't had before. How do I stay logged in?
 

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Go to Lisa's post here. Things to do are outlined there. Follow the instructions for "Thing Two: Editing Bookmarks, Shortcuts or Favorites" (and Homepage in your browser settings if AW is your homepage). See if that doesn't solve the problem for you.

ETA: And check the "Remember Me" box when you log on again.
 
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Todd you also will need to clear your cache and cookies, and remember to click the ticky box that says Remember Me? to stay logged on.
 

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The http:// vs https:// distinction is the thing that solved this issue for me. The instructions Ari linked to mention it. If you're using old bookmarks or history entries that say http://, adding in that little s will help make sure the "Remember Me" checkbox actually causes you to be remembered.
 

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Thank you. I'll try that.
 

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Just wanted to chime in that I'm noticing I get logged out a lot, too. The threads that need passwords, I'm having to submit the password multiple times during the day.

I followed the advice link, clearing cookies and history cache, as well as clicking 'Remember Me'.

Anyway, it's not a huge deal, but just in case others are having the same issue, wanted to speak up.
 

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Are you sure all your links to AW such as bookmarks and homepage, etc. are going to the new Secure https: address?

Did you log completely out of AW before clearing cache and cookies?

If so, are you using a laptop, desk PC, or a mobile device when you experience this issue?

What browser are you using?
 
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Just wanted to chime in that I'm noticing I get logged out a lot, too. The threads that need passwords, I'm having to submit the password multiple times during the day.

I followed the advice link, clearing cookies and history cache, as well as clicking 'Remember Me'.

Anyway, it's not a huge deal, but just in case others are having the same issue, wanted to speak up.

Are you using https: ?

You absolutely need to change any links on your computer or favorites or bookmarks or homepages that go to AW and begin with http: to https:

If you haven't done that, it's not going to matter if you clear cache and delete AW cookies.
 

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^ True dat. Becaauuse, iffen you keep using http: instead of https:, you keep fillin' yer cache and gettin' new cookies for the old http: address. (Never-ending, nonworkable cycle right there.)

Also, Lisa's hands are gettin' hoarse from havin' to repeat—and they already hurt. :(

So, go to this link: https://absolutewrite.com/forums/sh...First-Post&p=10338801&viewfull=1#post10338801 and do the "Thing One-Thing Two Tango".
 
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