# Set User Token

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


This activity allows running Virto SharePoint Workflow Activities from a custom user account (not the System Account) in the Current Step.

***Note:** By default, Virto SharePoint Workflow Activities run under the System Account. If you want to use a custom user context, add the “Set User Token” activity in the current step above any activity from the Virto SharePoint Workflow Activities Kit. All activities following “Set User Token” in the current step will be executed from the specified user account.*

![Set User Token activity settings in the SharePoint Workflow Designer](https://img-docs.virtosoftware.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/10/set_user_token_1.png)

## **SharePoint Workflow Designer Phrase**

Run Virto Activities in **this user** user context.

## **Parameters**


| Parameter | Description |
|---|---|
| this user | User login name |


For example, “Create list item extended” and “Upload attachments” will be executed under the “DOMAIN\ash” user account in the current step.

![Workflow step running Virto activities under a custom user account after Set User Token](https://img-docs.virtosoftware.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/10/set_user_token_2.png)