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Password Guidelines

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Password management has transitioned to the Secure Login. 

Update your password by signing in to Login.gov or your Department of Education account.

Blocking Accounts for Inactivity

Accounts will be blocked after 90 days of inactivity.

If your account is blocked, you do not need to create a new account altogether. Instead, submit a request to the WIOA Help Desk (via the 'Help' link in the menu) to unblock your account. After unblocking, you have 48 hours to log in and activate the account or reset your password.

Archiving Accounts

User accounts with no activity after 2 years (730 days) will be permanently archived in accordance with the Standard PR.AC 2: Password Parameters Version 1.0 7. This requires a user to create a new account along with requesting access to their respective program.

Department of Education's Password Parameters

Review the Department of Education's Standard PR.AC: Password Parameters