Tracking Legal Changes & Portal Activity via the Inbox
Stay up to date with critical legal updates, task assignments, and team collaboration changes using the Inbox feature in VirgilHR.
Accessing the Inbox
- Navigate to any page on the portal.
- Locate the Inbox icon in the top-right corner, next to the Profile Settings button.
- If there are unread items, a red notification mark will appear on the icon.
- Click the Inbox icon to open it.
Understanding the Inbox Sections
The Inbox is divided into two main sections:
Announcements
- Contains important HR-related legal announcements.
Notifications
- Includes updates on:
- Tasks (assignments, status changes).
- Handbook collaboration updates.
- Team changes (new members, role updates).
Switching Between Sections
- Click the Announcements or Notifications tab at the top of the Inbox to toggle between sections.
Filtering Inbox Items
To refine your view:
Toggle Show Only Unread at the top of the Inbox:
- Enabled → Displays only unread items.
- Disabled → Shows both read and unread items.
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Click on an Inbox item to view details or take further action.
📌 Once all unread items are opened, the red mark on the Inbox icon will disappear.
Troubleshooting & Additional Help
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Want to review past announcements? Use the Inbox filter to display all items.
Not seeing announcements relevant to you? Check your location filter in the Compliance Calendar (see How Do I Find Upcoming Legal Changes Relevant to Me? for more details).
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Need further assistance? Contact the Support Team for help.
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