# Set Active Directory authentication

Source: [https://docs.virtosoftware.com/docs/virto-workflow-automation-web-part/virto-sharepoint-workflow-activities-kit-sharepoint-2010-workflow-platform/ad-activities/set-ad-auth/](https://docs.virtosoftware.com/docs/virto-workflow-automation-web-part/virto-sharepoint-workflow-activities-kit-sharepoint-2010-workflow-platform/ad-activities/set-ad-auth/)
Product: Virto Workflow Automation Web Part
Updated: 2026-08-12


This activity allows defining Active Directory authentication information for all Active Directory activities below.

![Set Active Directory authentication activity configured in the SharePoint Workflow Designer](https://img-docs.virtosoftware.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/10/set_active_directory_authentication_1.png)

## **SharePoint Workflow Designer Phrase**

Use user name this user, password this password when authentication the Active Directory client.

**Parameters**


| Parameter | Description |
|---|---|
| this user | The user name to use when authenticating the client. Ex: “user@domain”,“domain\user”. |
| this password | Password |