Navigating the NXLog Platform UI

The NXLog Platform web interface is where you will manage your user account, organization, NXLog Agent fleet, and log storage. It is also where you can search and analyze your logs and create custom dashboards according to your needs.

When you log in to the NXLog Platform portal, you are greeted with the Home page, where you can find helpful links and information. Whether it is your first login or returning to manage your deployment, use this page to access your NXLog Agent packages, Agent Manager settings, documentation, and help center.

NXLog Platform home page

The left navigation menu is split into Customer and Administration. You will find the features you will use most under the Customer menu.

Table 1. Customer menu explained
Item Description

Home

This is the landing page when you log in to NXLog Platform. It contains quick links to commonly used features.

Agents

Provides agent management features, including an overview and list of your agents, configuration templates, and agent licenses.

Log Search

See statistics about your incoming data and search your logs database.

Dashboards

Create custom dashboards fine-tuned to your needs. A default, generic dashboard is available to get you started.

Log Database Management

View log database statistics and health information, and configure database settings such as data retention, access rules, and log types.

My Organization

Everything related to your configuration, including:

  • An overview of your agent licenses, deployment type, and active users.

  • View and upgrade your NXLog Platform subscription.

  • Manage your NXLog Platform users.

  • View and update your organization’s contact details.

  • View your license history.

  • Set your organization’s login and security options.

Audit Logs

An audit trail of NXLog Platform user activity with search and filtering functionality.

At the bottom of the left navigation menu, you also have links to:

  • Download the NXLog Agent installers

  • Open the NXLog Platform documentation

  • Request support

If you switch to the Administration menu, you will find information and configuration settings related to your NXLog Platform installation.

Table 2. Administration menu explained
Item Description

Tenant Operations

View the NXLog Platform version and components and configure settings such as social logins, mail server, and email templates.

Users & Roles Management

View user login statistics and manage your NXLog Platform users and roles.

Application Logs

NXLog Platform log events to help you monitor your instance and detect operational errors.

Next steps

You’re now familiar with the NXLog Platform UI. Choose one of the following to continue your journey, or check out our documentation center to learn more about NXLog Platform.