Silverfin Terms Dictionary

This page provides a comprehensive dictionary of key terms and definitions used within the Silverfin platform. Each term is explained clearly, with examples where applicable, to help users better understand the terminology.

  1. Firm ID

    • Definition: The unique identifier for an accountancy firm in Silverfin
    • Format: A number between 1 and 6 digits
    • Example: Accountancy firm "SFX" might have Firm ID: 098988
  2. Company ID

    • Definition: The unique identifier for a client file/dossier/company file in Silverfin
    • Format: A number in digits
    • Example: A company file/dossier might have Company ID: 903933
      • Another company file/dossier might have Company ID: 903934
  3. URL Structure

    • Format: https://live.getsilverfin.com/f/{FirmID}/{Company_ID}/...
    • Example: https://live.getsilverfin.com/f/098988/903933/...
  4. Sync references

    • Definition: In Silverfin, this refers to what is often called a company list in other contexts
  5. Do Not Sync Until Date

    • Definition: Also known as a Sync start date
    • Purpose: The date before which data will not be synchronised
    • Note: Can be set up by the customer within Silverfin
  6. Sync entity

    • Definition: An entity that the user can select in a company/client file to establish the connection between the correct company/client file and the bookkeeping software