Modern residents expect frictionless access to online services. Watchtower makes it easy to sign in using the accounts you already have with trusted providers like Google or Facebook. This capability is called social sign‑on and lets you authenticate without creating a separate Watchtower password.
Social sign‑on uses your existing account credentials from a third‑party provider to verify your identity. When you choose to log in with Google or Facebook, Watchtower redirects you to the selected provider’s secure login page. You enter your credentials there, and once authenticated the provider passes a token back to Watchtower confirming who you are. Watchtower never sees your social‑media password.
Convenience – No need to remember another username and password.
Security – You benefit from your provider’s robust security measures, such as multi‑factor authentication.
Speed – Sign‑in is quick; your name and email are pre‑filled in Watchtower’s registration forms.
Click Log In with Google or Log In with Facebook (wording may vary). A new window will open.
Enter your Google or Facebook credentials if prompted and authorize Watchtower to access your basic profile information.
You’ll be returned to Watchtower and asked to confirm your name and contact details. Complete any missing fields and click Continue.
If you’re a first‑time user, Watchtower will walk you through selecting your property and requesting approval (see “How to create an account in Watchtower”).
If you originally created your account with a traditional email/password but later want to use social sign‑on, you can link a provider from the Account Settings → Security section. Choose Link Account, select Google or Facebook, and follow the prompts.
Make sure you stay logged in to your chosen provider on your device. If you are logged out of Google/Facebook, Watchtower will prompt you to re‑authenticate.
Social sign‑on is an option, not a requirement. If you prefer to keep your Watchtower credentials separate, you can sign up with an email and password instead.
Keep your provider account secure by enabling multi‑factor authentication (MFA). If you change the email associated with your provider, update your Watchtower profile accordingly so you continue to receive notifications.
Social sign‑on streamlines access to your community while preserving security. Choose the method that best fits your lifestyle and device usage.