StarID & TechID

General Information

What is StarID?

• StarID is a unique username that replaces many login ID’s with one login ID and one password, everywhere. Once activated, you can use your StarID anywhere that accepts StarID.
  • StarID will be used to access most college resources including D2L, eServices, Library Services, etc.
• You Only need one StarID which you will use at any Minnesota State Institution.
• The StarID is a combination of letters and numbers.
  • Ex: ab1234cd

What is a TechID?

• TechId is also known as your student or college ID.
• TechID is an 8 digit number assigned to each student and is unique to each Minnesota State Institution.

Where do I use TechID?

• TechID is used as for student verification in the bookstore, library, and for student records.
• TechID can also be used for StarID password resets

How To Resources:

Articles in our Knowledge Base

• StarID: How do I change my StarID password?
• StarID: How do I change my StarID notification email?
• StarID: How do I activate my StarID, find my StarID, or reset my StarID password?
• StarID/O365: How do I change my primary email address?
• TechID: How do I find my TechID?

Summary:

This article explains what your StarID/TechID is used for, and how to manage it.