How Do I Activate My NetID?
What to Look For
What to Do Next
Need Help?
How Do I Activate My NetID?
When your Notre Dame account is created, you’ll receive an email at the non-ND email address you provided during your admission or hiring process. This email contains the information you need to activate your NetID and begin using Notre Dame services.
Your NetID is the part of your Notre Dame email address that comes before @nd.edu. For example, if your email address is jsmith@nd.edu, your NetID is jsmith.
What to Look For
The activation email will include the following details:
- Subject line: Activate your Notre Dame account
- Sender: noreply@okta.com
- Activation link: Valid for 90 days from the time the email is sent
What to Do Next
Once you locate the activation email:
- Open the email and select the Activate Okta Account link.
- Follow the on-screen steps to:
- Set your password
- Enroll your device(s) for two-step login (multi-factor authentication)
Important: If you set your password but do not complete the enrollment process, go to okta.nd.edu, sign in, and finish setting up your account before attempting to access other Notre Dame services.
Need Help?
If you did not receive the activation email, accidentally deleted it, or if more than 90 days have passed, contact the Service Desk for assistance. They can send you a new activation link.
- Call: 574-631-8111
- Chat: Available through the IT Help portal