To log in to your Social Security “my Social Security” account, you now need to use either a Login.gov or ID.me account rather than an old Social Security username and password.

Current login options

  • Social Security has phased out direct “my Social Security” usernames and passwords; as of June 7, 2025, only Login.gov and ID.me can be used to sign in to online services.
  • If you already have a Login.gov or ID.me account, you can use that existing account to access your my Social Security information without creating a new one.

How to start your Social Security login

  • Go to the official Social Security site at ssa.gov and select “Sign In” or go directly to the my Social Security page at ssa.gov/myaccount.
  • On the sign-in page, choose either “Sign in with Login.gov” or “Sign in with ID.me” to continue the login process.

Using Login.gov

  • Login.gov is a government-wide sign-in service that gives you one secure account for multiple U.S. government agencies, including Social Security.
  • To sign in with Login.gov, enter your email and password, then complete the required 2‑step verification (for example, a code sent to your phone or an authenticator app).

Using ID.me

  • ID.me is a single sign‑on provider that meets U.S. government identity verification standards and is accepted by Social Security for securing your online account.
  • When you first use ID.me with Social Security, you may need to verify your identity by uploading identity documents and completing steps like a video selfie and multi‑factor authentication.

If you need to create an account

  • From ssa.gov/myaccount, choose “Create an Account” and then select whether you want to create your credential with Login.gov or ID.me.
  • You must be at least 18, have a Social Security number, a valid email address, and be able to provide personal information (and in many cases a phone number and government‑issued ID) to complete identity verification.

Common login issues and safety tips

  • If you have trouble signing in, Social Security recommends checking that your browser is up to date and clearing cache and cookies, especially if the sign‑in page does not load correctly.
  • Always confirm you are on an official “.gov” site (for example, a URL starting with https://www.ssa.gov/) before entering your login details, and be cautious of emails or links that do not lead to a .gov address to avoid phishing.

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