Find answers below to some of the tech support questions NYU IT gets asked the most: forgotten or expired passwords, connecting to NYU Wi-Fi, and setting up MFA and Duo Push.
Passwords
Remember Your Password? Here’s How to Reset It
At least once a year, we all have to pick a new NYU password. Review tips for creating a good one, and learn how to reset a forgotten or expired password.
Password Expired or Forgotten? Visit the NYU Start Page
NYU IT requires NetID-associated passwords be changed at least once a year to maintain account security. The NYU Start page is where you can go to manage your password and other NYU-NET account information.
Under Lock and Passphrase
When it comes to passwords for your various online accounts and services, a best practice is to use a unique password for each. After all, if passwords are shared between accounts and one is compromised, it creates a security risk for other accounts with the same password. It can also be very difficult to remember increasing numbers of strong passwords, many of which are required to contain special characters and capitalized letters.