Activate your Directory ID

1. Go to New User Identity Verification.
2. Click Activate Account. 
3. Verify your identity by filling out the form using either:
   
   • the last 5 digits of your SSN (or SID for international students)
   • your UID Number
   • a 5-digit Activation code (for graduate students). Follow these instructions in Access Directory ID Activation Code in Graduate Activation Portall.
4. Select the suggested Directory ID or look for another one. Once you are satisfied with your Directory ID, click Use DirectoryID as your University Directory ID. 
5. Select YES to agree to the Acceptable Use Guidelines.
6. Click ACCEPT to confirm your directory ID.
   
   • Clicking NOT SURE will return you to the previous page to select a different Directory ID.
7. Create a passphrase.
8. Follow the link to activate services for your Directory ID. 

Next steps

Now that you've activated your directory ID and services:

• To add a recovery phone number to your account. Follow the instructions in Add a Recovery Phone for Directory ID Passphrase Resets.
• To enroll in multi-factor authentication (MFA). MFA is required for staff, faculty, graduate assistants, and campus leaders. Follow the instructions in Set your default Multi-Factor Authentication Device.
• Sign in to UMD email.