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When you’re ready to create your secure Login.gov account, you’ll need to provide a few pieces of information:

1. Email address

  • We recommend a personal email address that you’ll always be able to access rather than a work email address.
  • If you use an email address that is already associated with a Login.gov account, we’ll email instructions on how you can reset your password and regain access to your account.

2. Secure password

  • Passwords must be at least 12 characters and should not include commonly used words or phrases.

3. One or more authentication methods such as:

  • More secure
    • Face or touch unlock
    • Security key
    • Federal government employee or military identification (PIV/CAC)
  • Less secure
    • Authentication application
    • Text/voice message
    • Backup codes

Depending on the security needs of the agency, you may need to prove your identity using a social security number, address, and/or U.S. based state-issued identification.