Using and Customizing ActivClient Console

When you launch the ActivClient Console and a token A physical device, such as a smart card or USB key, that securely stores certificates, cryptographic keys and credentials used for authentication, digital signing, and encryption tasks. is connected, the Devices view is displayed by default unless you have specified another starting screen in Settings.

The Devices view with UI elements highlighted.

Overview of ActivClient Console Features

Token-Specific Functionalities

General Device and Application Management Functionalities

  • Devices: View and manage connected smart cards, security keys, and readers. Tasks include changing PINs, personalizing (initializing), recycling, or unlocking (unblocking).

  • Settings: Customize the appearance and behavior of the ActivClient Console.

  • About: View software version, license information, and access the HID ActivClient documentation.