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Ralf Klein

18-12-2025

Automatic LMS login from CRM or HR using Magic Link

We have all been there. You want to quickly finish a training or check a document in the Learning Management System, but you hit a login screen. What was my username again? And that password. Was it Password123 or Welcome2024?

Managing usernames and passwords is one of the biggest frustrations for both end users and administrators. For learners it creates friction that discourages learning. For organisations it leads to a constant flow of support tickets for password resets and extra administrative work to create and manage accounts across multiple systems.

Fortunately there is a solution that removes these barriers and connects seamlessly with systems you already use, such as your CRM or HR platform. Meet Magic Link by Linqur. Direct and secure access without the hassle of passwords.

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What is a Magic Link?

At its core, a Magic Link is a unique URL that acts as a temporary access key to an online environment. Instead of entering a username and password on a login screen, the user simply clicks the link.

The process works as follows:

  1. Link generation: The system, for example Linqur, creates a secure and unique link for a specific user or course.
  2. Delivery: The link is sent by email or embedded directly in another system, such as a confirmation message from your HR platform.
  3. Instant access: The user clicks the link. The system recognises the unique token in the URL, validates it and logs the user in immediately.

If the user is new, the Magic Link can automatically create an account based on the email address. If the user already exists, they are taken straight to the relevant course page. The result is a smooth experience from click to content in seconds.

The benefits of Magic Link

Removing the traditional login process delivers benefits for everyone involved. Below are the main advantages for both users and organisations.

For users: speed and ease

For learners, employees or external customers, Magic Link is a relief.

  • No password stress: Remembering complex passwords becomes unnecessary.
  • Instant access: The barrier to start learning is minimal. This is especially important for mandatory training or short learning moments.
  • Simple onboarding: New users do not need to complete long registration forms. Essential details are handled automatically on first access.

For organisations: efficiency and security

For training providers, HR teams and IT departments, Magic Link offers clear operational benefits.

  • Less administrative effort: Support requests related to forgotten passwords drop sharply or disappear entirely.
  • Higher engagement: Easy access reduces drop off at the entry point, leading to higher course completion rates.
  • Improved security: Passwords are often the weakest point in security. With Magic Link there is no password to steal or guess. You can also control how long a link is valid and who can use it.

Magic Link versus traditional login

Let us compare the old approach with the modern alternative.

With a traditional LMS login, an administrator usually creates an account manually. The user receives an activation email, sets a password that must meet certain rules, remembers it and enters it on every visit. If the password is forgotten, the reset process starts again. Each step is a moment where users can disengage.

With Magic Link this entire process is skipped. Authentication happens in the background. It is safer because each link is unique and time limited, and it is easier because it removes cognitive load for the user. Where traditional login feels like a locked door with a missing key, Magic Link simply opens access when you arrive.

Real world examples: integration with your systems

The real strength of Magic Link becomes clear when it is connected to your existing software landscape. Many organisations rely on systems such as WorkdaySAP or AFAS.

Imagine the following scenarios.

HR and onboarding using Workday or AFAS

A new employee is added in Workday. Automatically a welcome email is sent containing a Magic Link to the onboarding programme. The employee does not need an LMS account yet. The first click takes care of everything.

Customer training using CRM or SAP

You sell a product and register the customer in SAP. An automatic confirmation is sent with a link to the product training. The customer gains immediate access to manuals and videos, without your support team creating accounts manually.

These integrations make the LMS almost invisible. Learning becomes part of the workflow instead of a separate system that requires a separate login.

Use cases: when to use Magic Link

Magic Link is flexible and works well in many situations. Below are three scenarios where it delivers the most value.

1. Employee training

For internal teams, access to compliance or skills training should be as easy as possible. By sharing Magic Links through the intranet, internal emails or directly from the HR system, participation rates increase significantly.

2. External training

Do you work with partners, resellers or contractors? They often do not have access to your internal systems and you do not want to manage them manually. Magic Link allows you to give these groups secure and controlled access to specific content without exposing the rest of your environment.

3. Clients without their own LMS

If you are a training provider and your client does not have an LMS, Magic Link is the solution. You send the link to your client’s learners and they access the content directly on the Linqur platform. You retain control and insight into results while fully supporting your client.

Flexibility: personal or open access

Not every situation is the same. That is why Linqur offers two Magic Link variants.

Email specific link

This option provides maximum control. Only the invited email address can log in. This works well for paid courses or confidential company content where you need to know exactly who accessed the material.

General link

This link can be shared freely. Anyone with the link can register. It suits marketing campaigns, free introduction courses or large scale training where ease of access is the priority.

Make learning accessible

Technology should support people, not slow them down. By switching to Magic Link login, you remove one of the biggest barriers to digital learning: the login screen. Whether you integrate with Workday, SAP or AFAS, or simply want to invite a list of learners, Magic Link makes access faster, safer and more user friendly.

Want to experience how easy it is to give learners access without password issues?

Try Linqur for free or request a demo.

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About the author
Ralf Klein

Ralf is our dynamic growth hacker and marketing jack-of-all-trades. He is the driving force behind our marketing efforts and loves exploring new markets. Outside of work, you can often find him traveling or surfing, always on the lookout for the next adventure.

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