# Emergency Admin configuration setting

## Introduction

The Emergency Admin user applies robust password policies and administrative controls to maintain system integrity and continuity in operations. To use this feature, see [Emergency Admin User](/content/product/documentation/administration/user-management/emergency-admin/index.html).

## Configure Emergency Admin

To activate Emergency Admin, follow the instructions.

1. Open Notepad in Administrator mode.
2. Open **controller.config file** (Program files > Leapwork > Controller).
3. Set **EnableInstallAdminValidation** flag to True.
4. Save the file.
5. Open services from start menu, right click **LEAPWORK CONTROLLER**.
6. Choose **Restart**. A pop up appears.
7. Click **OK**.
8. Navigate back to the already open **controller.config** file.
9. Click **Reload**.
10. Click **Save**.
11. Validate **EnableInstallAdminValidation** flag is set to true. Leapwork emergency admin configuration is applied.
12. Logout and login. Leapwork password prompt will appear.

For any clarification, contact our [Priority Support](mailto:prioritysupport@leapwork.com).