Getting Started

Notifications

How notifications work in Envision Portal.

Envision Portal sends in-app notifications to keep you informed about activity relevant to your datasets and requests.

Inbox

Your notifications are collected in the inbox at /app/inbox. Unread notifications are indicated in the sidebar.

Notification Types

TypeWhen it is sent
New access requestSomeone has submitted a request for one of your datasets
Request status updateThe status of a request you submitted has changed
Dataset invitationYou have been invited to join a dataset as a team member
DUA updateA data use agreement has been signed or updated on a controlled request

Managing Notifications

From the inbox you can:

  • Mark as read - Dismiss a notification after reviewing it
  • Delete - Remove a notification permanently

Notifications are also sent by email for important events. The email address used is the one on your account profile.

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