<@U04UQ68083H> What is inactivity session timeout?
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@chilly-king-10285 What is inactivity session timeout?
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Based on the provided knowledge sources, there isn't specific information about an "inactivity session timeout" feature for Ory. However, I can provide some related information about session management in Ory: Ory uses a session lifespan configuration to control how long a session remains valid. According to the [Session Lifespan documentation](https://www.ory.sh/docs/kratos/session-management/session-lifespan), each session is valid for a set amount of time, after which the user must re-authenticate. This lifespan is configured using a combination of hours, minutes, and seconds (e.g.,
72h
,
10m
,
12s
,
1h13m3s
). While this isn't exactly an inactivity timeout, it does provide a way to limit the overall duration of a session. The documentation doesn't mention a specific feature for timing out sessions due to inactivity. Additionally, Ory offers a feature called [Edge Sessions](https://www.ory.sh/docs/concepts/cache) which uses caching to optimize session validation. This feature includes a caching strategy where session data is cached and refreshed in the background, but it doesn't specifically address inactivity timeouts. If you need more specific information about handling session inactivity in Ory, you might want to consult their official documentation or reach out to Ory support for clarification on whether such a feature exists or how to implement it within their session management system.