Okta Locale Attribute Usage for Email Language
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Okta Classic Engine
Okta Identity Engine
Administration
Overview
The locale attribute in the Okta user profile determines the language for email communications that Okta sends to the user. Configuring this attribute ensures that users receive emails in the correct language.
Applies To
- Okta Identity Engine (OIE)
- Okta Classic Engine
- User Profiles
- Email Customization
Solution
How does the locale attribute affect email language?
The locale attribute dictates the language of the emails that Okta sends to a user. When an event triggers an email, Okta checks the locale attribute of the user and sends the email in the corresponding language, provided the email templates support and configure the language.
