CAUTION:We don't recommend using Remote Data Access as an alternative to your local area network (LAN), even though it allows collaboration with colleagues.
If you can't select the checkbox, you need to link your company data to your Sage account. Click Get started now with your Sage account and follow the onscreen instructions.
NOTE:Before you link this company to your Sage account, ensure you've got the correct company permissions as you'll be the data owner.
Enter your first and last name, then clickYes, I am the right person.
Confirm your company information, then clickContinue.
Log in to your Sage account:
I have a Sage account- Enter your login details. TIP: These are the same credentials used to access your payslips or mysage.com.
TIP:The Passphrase is different to your password. Our handyRemote Data Access - Passphraseguide explains when you need the Passphrase and how to check what it is.
Anyone needing remote access the company data must enter this Passphrase. It must be at least 15 characters long and contain at least one uppercase and one lowercase character. There's no maximum length.
Enter and confirm the passphrase, and store it in a secure location.
ClickSave.
You can now access your data via Remote Data Access.
NOTE:If you forget your Passphrase, the MANAGER or data owner can view this in Sage 50 Accounts. ClickRemote Data Access Settings then click Show Password/Passphrase.
TIP: For every additional user accessing your data remotely, you must create a separate Sage Account.
Syncing data
All changes to your data are automatically uploaded to the cloud as you and your colleagues work. The data is downloaded regularly to all connected locations to ensure everyone works on the latest version.
CAUTION:Remote Data Access isn't a data backup service, and you musttake regular backupsof your data.
Find out more in our dedicated Help Centre
To help you with Remote Data Access, we've pulled together everything you need. Visit the Run your accounts data remotely Support hub.