Password Requirements at UWSP

UWSP passwords must meet the following change and complexity requirements:

  • All UWSP students, faculty, staff and affiliates are required to change their network password once every two years.  You will receive email reminders to your UWSP email when a password change is due.
  • All passwords are required to be at least 12 characters and must include a combination of letters, numbers and/or special characters. 
  • Passwords cannot include your first and last name or any part of your UWSP user name.
  • You are not allowed to reuse a recent password.

 

Contact the IT Service Desk with additional questions!