StarID Activation with No SSN

Introduction

If you don’t have a Social Security Number on file, you won’t be able to activate your StarID using the Tech ID or Library Card Barcode methods. Instead, you can activate your StarID using a verification code sent to your email address.

Instructions

Step-by-Step Instructions

  1. Go to the StarID Homepage.
  2. Click Activate StarID.
  3. Select "I know my email address".
  4. Enter your personal email address and click Continue.
    • If you encounter issues, contact HuskyTech for assistance.
  5. verification code will be sent to your email (expires in 1 hour).
  6. Check your email immediately. Copy the code carefully (avoid extra spaces).
  7. Enter the verification code and your email address, then click Continue.
  8. Create and confirm your new StarID password.
  9. Read and acknowledge the Data Stewardship Responsibilities (check the box).
  10. Click Activate StarID.

Important Reminder

Your StarID and password are used for many campus systems. Be sure to remember your password and keep it secure.

 

 

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For account management related to your StarID, including StarID activation and password changes, please visit Minnesota State's StarID website https://starid.minnstate.edu. If you are unable to sign into the StarID portal, contact the Minnesota State IT Service Desk at (877) 466-6728 or https://servicedesk.minnstate.edu to generate a validation code for you to get you back into your account. You can also contact HuskyTech at https://www.stcloudstate.edu/its/huskytech.