SFH Direct Loan and Grant Programs
September 11, 2023
Coming Soon – Updates to USDA eAuthentication Login! (Attention eForms Users)
The USDA eAuthentication Service is launching a new login page and partnering with Login.gov to provide easy-to-use and secure online access to USDA programs and services.
 What is Login.gov?
Login.gov is a secure government service used by the public to sign in to participating government agencies. With a Login.gov account, you can use the same username and password to access any agency that partners with Login.gov.
Why is USDA using Login.gov?
Login.gov is a shared service trusted by government agencies that allows the public to use one account and password for multiple participating government agencies. In addition to your password, Login.gov requires that you set up at least one authentication method to keep your account secure. This is multi-factor authentication (MFA). Login.gov uses MFA as an added layer of protection to secure your information.
What you need to know:
The transition to Login.gov will be implemented in a phased approach. Phase 1 is scheduled to begin the evening of Monday, September 11, 2023. At that time, a new eAuth login page will be introduced that includes Login.gov as an option when signing in. The use of Login.gov will be optional for existing eAuth customer account holders during this phase; however, it is recommended that you begin using Login.gov when accessing USDA applications to enable the use of MFA as soon as possible. All eAuth customer accounts will eventually need to transition to Login.gov at a future date.
When you create a Login.gov account, two pieces of information will be requested to securely sign in and protect your information.
- Password
- Authentication method (such as a one-time code sent to your phone or an authentication app)
Using both a password and another method makes it difficult for others to access your information.
Learn more:
To learn more about USDA’s transition to Login.gov visit our eAuth Frequently Asked Questions and the Login.gov website.
Information about the eForms system (specific to the Direct Program) can be found on the Direct Loan Application Packagers site, under the Trainings section.
Information specific to the Self-Help Automated Reporting and Reporting System (SHARES) can be found on the SHARES website at https://shares.sc.egov.usda.gov.
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