Watch out for a message to the email address you provided to DePaul. This message will notify you when your BlueKey account is ready to be set up. It will also include a link to setup your BlueKey account.
New DePaul account users must set up their BlueKey login credentials (username@depaul.edu and password) and MFA to access DePaul systems, applications, and class resources.
Need to reset your password? If you have already setup your BlueKey login, you no longer need to follow these instructions to reset your password. Instead, please view the password reset instructions.
BlueKey Login Credentials
Step 1: After receiving a message that your BlueKey account is ready, click the link in the email for your BlueKey account setup. You will be asked to verify some personal information. Your DePaul email (BlueM@il) will be yourusername@depaul.edu.
Step 2: Once you have your BlueKey username, you will be asked to verify your identity. Once you have verified your identity, you can set your password.
BlueKey Multi-Factor Authentication (MFA)
Step 3: After setting your password, you will be directed to set up BlueKey MFA. Multi-factor authentication will be required to access DePaul apps, systems, email, and to reset your password if you happen to forget it. The vast majority of account users will use the Microsoft Authenticator app on their smartphone as their primary authentication method.
This extra layer of authentication makes your accounts and the university more secure.
Step 4: Add backup verification methods to MFA. Don't get locked out! Registering backup MFA methods makes it much easier to access your accounts if something goes wrong. Add backup verification and avoid login issues when the Help Desk is closed.
Although the Help Desk can assist with password resets, the Help Desk isn't open 24/7. Adding backup methods might be a little annoying to do, but it can save a lot of headaches in the future.
Video to Register for BlueKey MFA
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Password Requirements
Passwords must be a minimum of 16 characters in length and avoid common password terms or phrases. Consider using highly secure passphrase techniques when creating your unique DePaul password. When creating your password in the system, you will be notified if your password meets security requirements.