Q: I’ve forgotten my username or password and can't log in.

A: Follow the steps from the login help screen.

Q: I'm a new user who needs to register so I can log in.

A: Follow the steps from the login screen. Registration will allow you to review your retirement plan, set up your personal profile, view statements, etc.

Q: I am locked out of my account; what should I do?

A: Your account will be unlocked in 24 hours. Please use the “login help” instructions to ensure you’re using the correct username and password to avoid future lockouts after the lockout period is over. If you’re unable to wait 24 hours, please contact a service representative during regular business hours using the phone number at the bottom right corner of your screen.

Q: I requested a verification code, but it’s not working or I haven’t received it.

A: If you’ve requested a code be sent via text message, ensure that you’re using the code within the text message and not the number from where the message came.

A: If you’ve requested a code be sent via email, be sure to check your junk mailbox or spam folder. Often emails containing verification codes go into those folders instead of an inbox.

Q: Why do I have to wait for and then enter a verification code to get into the website each time I try to log in?

A: This process is an authentication step that provides additional security for your account. When you log in, enter your username and password, and you will be prompted to have a verification code sent to you. Once you receive the verification code via text, email or phone call, enter it in the field provided.

If you don’t wish to do this step each time you log in, select the “Remember this device” option as shown in the third screen below. Please note that updates to your computer's settings (i.e., cookies and security settings) may cause your device to be forgotten in the future.

FAQ 6

Q: I no longer want the website to “Remember this device.” When I log in I would like to take the additional verification step to validate my login credentials. What should I do?

A: You will need to clear your browsing history. Follow the links below to learn how to clear your browsing history, or use a website search engine to obtain instructions on how to do so.

Browser Version

Instructions

Microsoft Edge

https://support.microsoft.com/en-us/help/10607/microsoft-edge-view-delete-browser-history

Microsoft Internet Explorer

https://support.microsoft.com/en-us/help/17438/windows-internet-explorer-view-delete-browsing-history

Google Chrome

https://support.google.com/chrome/answer/95589?co=GENIE.Platform%3DDesktop&hl=en

Apple Safari

https://support.apple.com/en-us/HT201265

Mozilla Firefox

https://support.mozilla.org/en-US/kb/delete-browsing-search-download-history-firefox

Q: How can I access my account from a mobile device?

A: Accessing your account with a mobile device requires the Empower app. You can download the free app from the App Store® from Apple® or Google Play™. Once downloaded, you can access your account using your existing login credentials.

Q: How do I reach a “live” service representative?

A: Please contact a representative during regular business hours using the phone number at the bottom right corner of your screen. Please provide all of your personal security information so your call can be immediately answered by a trained representative.

Q: How do I update my personal information and make other updates to my account?

A: If you’d like to make any changes to your account, log in with your username and password and navigate through the website by selecting your profile at the top right corner of the page or by selecting the appropriate plan. If additional information is needed, please leverage the post-login FAQ to learn how to complete the particular update you’d like to make.