The Social Security Administration announced changes to the access systems to My Social Security personal accounts. Users who registered their username more than three years ago will need to migrate to Login.gov or ID.me to maintain access. “We are making changes to the way you access your personal account,” the institution said.
Those who created their accounts after September 18, 2021 do not require adjustments. The process, according to the entity, seeks to align the protocols with federal authentication standards. A video tutorial details the steps to complete the transition, available on the official portal.
Simplified access and strengthened security: SSA changes
Migrating to Login.gov or ID.me will unify login methods and increase security controls. The updates respond to federal guidelines to protect sensitive data. “The changes will simplify your login experience,” the statement explained, adding that online services will remain available without interruption.
Frequently asked questions posted on the official site address questions about timelines, device compatibility, and account recovery. Users with technical problems can contact specialized support, although the institution recommends reviewing online resources first.
The advantages of the My Social Security personal account
Creating a My Social Security account allows you to manage procedures such as requesting replacement cards, verifying application statuses or calculating future benefits. “A free, secure account offers personalized tools for everyone,” the site says. The service is available for active contributors, retirees and those who have not yet received payments.
Since 2021, institutional notices are sent primarily through digital channels. Users can opt for electronic notifications or text messages, reducing the risk of loss or postal delays. “Receiving notices available online means you don’t need to wait,” the agency highlighted.
The migration to online services is part of a federal strategy to modernize public administration. More than 70% of annual Social Security notices are already issued digitally. Those who prefer physical documents should update their preferences in their account settings.
Social Security payment schedule for March 2025
We take advantage of the fact that you are here to tell you about the upcoming Social Security benefit payments that are already defined by the SSA. As usual, four dates have been set for retirees that, this month, will not be affected by holidays or weekends.
The first of the payments was sent on March 3, for those workers who receive Social Security since before May 1997, or who receive both Social Security and Supplemental Security Income (SSI): to this second group, the SSI payment was sent on February 28 (advanced by the weekend of March 1) and the Social Security payment on March 3.
Subsequently, the three benefit payments for those receiving after May 1997 are Wednesday the 12th (beneficiaries with birthdates 1-10), Wednesday the 19th (beneficiaries with birthdates 11-20), and Wednesday the 26th (beneficiaries with birthdates 21-31).