Project Settings
Project Settings controls project identification and deletion. Use this page to update your project human-readable name, change its system identifier, or initiate project deletion.
Project Identification
Project identification consists of two components:
| Component | Purpose | Editable | When to Change |
|---|---|---|---|
| Project name | Human-readable display name in the platform interface | Yes, immediately | Rebranding, clarity improvements |
| Unique name | System identifier used in API calls and integrations | Yes, with confirmation | Clarity improvements |
Updating the Project Display Name
The project display name appears throughout the platform interface. To update it:
- Locate the name input field on the Project Settings page
- Type the new display name
- Changes take effect immediately (no save button required)
You can change the display name as often as needed.
Updating the Unique Name
The unique name serves as the project identifier in API calls. To update it:
- Type on the unique name field
- A modal window appears
- Enter the new unique name
- Click the Update button in the modal
The unique name updates immediately across the system.
Unique Name Format
The project unique name must follow this format:
- Must start with a lowercase letter
- Can contain lowercase letters, numbers, and underscores
- Must end with a lowercase letter or number
- Regex pattern:
/^[a-z](?:[a-z0-9_]*[a-z0-9])?$/
Examples:
my_production_app- Validstorefront- Validapi_v2- ValidMy_Production_App- Invalid (uppercase)_storefront- Invalid (cannot start with underscore)2api- Invalid (cannot start with number)
Deleting a Project
The project deletion option is in the High-Risk section of Project Settings.
Deletion Process
Project deletion is a two-phase process designed to prevent accidental data loss:
| Phase | Duration | State | Recovery Options |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pending deletion | 30 days | Project is marked for deletion but data remains | Contact support to recover |
| Permanent deletion | After 30 days | Project and all associated data are permanently deleted | Not recoverable |
What Happens During Pending Deletion
Warning
During the 30-day pending deletion period:
- API requests to the project fail immediately
- The project remains visible in your account
- You can recover the project by contacting support
Before Deleting a Project
Caution
Before initiating deletion:
- Ensure no production applications depend on this project
- Back up any policy configurations or references you may need
- Migrate any critical verification workflows to another project
- Consider revoking access tokens associated with the project
Recovering a Deleted Project
To recover a project during the 30-day pending deletion period:
- Contact Autheona support at support@autheona.com
- Provide your account details and project identifier
- Support will cancel the deletion and restore access
Caution
After 30 days, permanent deletion is irreversible.