Using MyPassword to manage your account
Staff: Every staff member of the University of Northwestern is required to change their password every 180 days. An email notification will be sent when your password is going to expire so you can change it before it expires.
Students: We recommend that students change theirs regularly as well.
How to change my password and set up security questions
Right Click on the following link and open link in a new window in your browser to access the MyPassword web page https://mypassword.unwsp.edu.
(Note: You must use Internet Explorer or Mozilla Firefox; Safari is not a supported browser.)
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My Questions: It is highly recommended to setup your security questions for they will be used if you forget your password. |
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Resetting a Forgotten or Expired Password
If your password is forgotten or expires, you’ll need to answer the security questions you chose in order to reset your password. If you do not setup your security questions and cannot change your password you will need to call the IT Service Desk at 651-631-5699.
Additional Steps for Specific User Groups:
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Overview
Information Technology provides self-service option for users to reset their passwords if they are forgotten or need to be changed.
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After resetting your password, you will need to login to apps and websites again. It may take a few minutes before the new password is recognized everywhere. |
UNW Password Requirements
Your new password:
Must be different from previous passwords.
Must include at least 14 characters.
Must have at least three of these four characteristics:
uppercase
lowercase
number
symbol
Must not contain part of your name, username, or ID number.
Password Reset Tools
The tools listed below will both reset your UNW Student account password. The difference is which website is being used.
Microsoft Self-Service Password Reset Portal
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This method is available for those who have registered security information. If you haven’t yet, check out Getting started with Microsoft Authenticator or add your personal email at aka.ms/mysecurityinfo. |
Enter your UNW email (username@students.unwsp.edu) and enter the characters shown in the image or words heard in the audio, then click Next.
Complete your security verification method (email, code or push notification). Click Next if needed.
Set your new UNW account password, then click Finish.
