There are several ways to manage multiple accounts when using Opm Online Services, particularly if you need to access different retirement accounts. This article outlines methods for streamlining your login process and keeping your email inbox organized.
Using a Dedicated Email Address for OPM Online Services
One straightforward approach is creating a dedicated email address solely for your Login.gov account. This “special purpose” email address would forward all incoming messages to your primary email inbox. This ensures all OPM online services correspondence related to your Login.gov account is delivered to a single location. You can find instructions on setting up email forwarding by searching online.
Leveraging Plus Addressing for Multiple Login.gov Accounts
“Plus addressing” or “subaddressing” allows you to use your primary email address while creating distinct Login.gov accounts for each retirement account. By adding a plus sign (“+”) and a unique identifier after your username but before the “@” symbol, you can effectively create multiple variations of your email address.
For example, if your email is “[email protected],” you could use “[email protected]” for your first retirement account and “[email protected]” for the second. All emails sent to these variations will be delivered to your main “[email protected]” inbox.
This method allows you to manage multiple OPM online services accounts with a single email address. Remember to keep a record of which “plus addressed” email corresponds to each specific retirement account. When requesting a password reset, you’ll need to use the specific “plus” address associated with the account. You can learn more about plus addressing by searching online. Check with your email provider to confirm they support this feature, as Login.gov does.
Delinking Your Login.gov Account
Another option is delinking your current Login.gov account before accessing a different retirement account. While this method is available, the previous options offer more streamlined and convenient long-term solutions for managing multiple accounts. Instructions for delinking your Login.gov account can be found on the OPM website.
Choosing the Best Method for Your Needs
The best approach for managing multiple accounts with OPM online services depends on your individual preferences and circumstances. Using a dedicated email address provides clear separation, while plus addressing offers convenience with a single inbox. Consider your comfort level with each method and choose the one that best suits your needs.
