Changing Your Password

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Learn how to change your email password to keep your account secure. For comprehensive guidance on creating strong passwords and protecting your account from automated attacks, see our Password Best Practices guide.

When to Change Your Password

  • Every 3-6 months for security
  • If you suspect your account was compromised
  • After using a public or shared computer
  • If you shared your password with someone
  • After a data breach at any service where you used the same password

Step 1: Log into Webmail

  1. Go to https://email.northwoodsmail.com
  2. Enter your email address and current password
  3. Click Sign In

Step 2: Access User Settings

  1. Click your email address in the top-left corner
  2. Click Settings or User Settings

Step 3: Change Password

  1. Look for the Change Password button
  2. Click Change Password
  3. Enter your current password
  4. Enter your new password
  5. Re-enter your new password to confirm
  6. Click Save

Creating a Strong Password

Your password should:

  • Be at least 12 characters long (longer is better)
  • Include uppercase and lowercase letters
  • Include numbers
  • Include special characters (!, @, #, $, etc.)
  • NOT be a dictionary word
  • NOT include your name or email address
  • Be unique – never reuse passwords across different sites

Good password examples:

  • Morn!ng
  • Blue#Sky89Rainbow!
  • T1ger!321
  • Purple-Elephant-Dance-92! (passphrase style)

Tip: Consider using a password manager to generate and store strong, unique passwords. Learn more in our Password Best Practices guide.

After Changing Your Password

Important: You’ll need to update your password on all devices where you access email:

Forgot Your Password?

If you can’t remember your current password:

  1. Go to the login page
  2. Click Forgot Password?
  3. Follow the instructions to reset your password
  4. Or contact our support team for assistance

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