Important: If you have not received a 1Password invitation email, please request access first by submitting the form here:
Request 1Password Service
Once your request is approved and you receive the invitation email, return to this article and follow the steps below to complete your 1Password setup.
Step 1: Receive Invitation
Check your inbox for an email titled “Join Northwestern (Tenant Name) on 1Password”.
Click Join now to begin onboarding.
Step 2: Log in with Microsoft
Sign in using your Northwestern credentials.
Complete Duo MFA as required.
Step 3: Account Setup
Wait briefly while 1Password prepares your account
No action needed—setup completes automatically.
Step 4: Confirmation Email
You’ll receive a Welcome to 1Password message in your email.
Bookmark the URL link for quick access: northwestern-(school/unit).1password.com
Step 5: Access Your Account
Go to the URL and click “Sign in with Microsoft.” Once logged in, you’ll land on the 1Password dashboard. Click “View Vault Items” to access everything shared with you—including your personal Employee Vault and any Shared Vaults assigned to your team.
Add the 1Password Browser Extension
We recommend installing the 1Password browser extension to securely and conveniently manage your online logins. Follow our setup guide to get started. The extension allows you to autofill passwords, generate strong new ones, and safely store sensitive data like credit card numbers — all directly from your browser.