If you have forgotten your internet ID password, you can reset it on your own through our self-service password reset system.
In this article, you will learn how to:
- Change your Internet password...
A strong password or passphrase uses a combination of length and character types. Learn what to do and not to do to keep it safe. For extra protection, use two-factor authentication where available.
Many tools exist to guess your weak password or steal your password.
An unauthorized person can use these passwords to access files and data, including your personal information (e.g., bank, benefits, health, financial aid), email, academic work, or University private data (e.g., student grades, birth dates, protected health information, proprietary research). They can also send malicious emails impersonating you.
So what makes a strong password, passphrase, or PIN, and how can you protect it?
A password or passphrase can include letters, numbers, special characters (including spaces). Passphrases are words strung together into a phrase. A strong password uses a combination of length and character types, while a strong passphrase uses length and uniqueness of the words.
For mobile devices, use a complex password/passphrase, complexly drawn pattern, or fingerprint instead of a simple 4 digit PIN.
Longer passwords or passphrases increase strength. Use a non-repetitive sequence of characters or words.
Learn more about how to create a secure and memorable passphrase.
When creating a password, passphrase, or PIN:
Follow the good practices below.
Obtain secure access to the University's enterprise systems, including PeopleSoft, Data Warehouse, and reporting systems.
Provisioning and Requests (PAR) manages information access and system security for the University's enterprise...
Staff members who need access to University enterprise-level applications (e.g., CS PeopleSoft, EFS PeopleSoft, EDMS, or the Data Warehouse) must first submit Access Request Form(s).
Duo Security is the University's way of adding another layer of security to the information you access online. As of November 2019, it is required for all students, faculty, staff, sponsored, and Person-of-Interest accounts. Each user’s...
University faculty, staff, and students can use Duo Two Factor Authentication to add an extra layer of security to their Direct Deposit and W2 information in MyU, Box, and other University applications that use the University Sign-in pages (e.g., Gmail).
If you have forgotten your internet ID password, you can reset it on your own through our self-service password reset system.
In this article, you will learn how to:
Follow a few steps to change your Internet ID password with a Technology Help staff member. If you already have security questions set, you may change it yourself on your Internet Account Options page.
University units and community members must ensure that their electronic devices and other resources which store, transmit, or process University information meet the information security processes and standards contained...
University units and community members must ensure that their electronic devices and other resources that store, transmit, or process University information meet the information security processes and standards contained in the Information Security policy.
Learn how to lock down your login by turning on two-factor authentication on other popular websites and services (e.g., Amazon, Facebook, LinkedIn).
Remind yourself and others about safe computing best practices by posting our handout.
Remind yourself and others about safe computing best practices by posting our handout.
Get tips to protect your laptop—and the valuable info on it—in an easily accessible format.
Get tips to protect your laptop—and the valuable info on it—in an easily accessible format.
To enhance security and enable more memorable passwords, the University of Minnesota is updating password rules beginning November 1, 2018.
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How can you make a memorable UMN password that is still...
To enhance security and enable more memorable passwords, the University of Minnesota is updating password rules beginning November 1, 2018.
A password manager application can help you securely store your passwords.