Password frequently asked questions

To change your password, press Control + Alt + Delete once you have logged onto Windows. Simply click on Change Password and follow the on-screen instructions to complete the password change.

For more information on the password requirement, please visit:

Information Systems and Technology - password standards document.

Complexity requirements

Your password will need to:

  • be at least 8 characters long
  • be less than 32 characters long
  • have at least one numeric character
  • have at least one lower case character
  • have at least one upper case character
  • have at least one 'special' (i.e. @,%,^, etc.) character
  • Not include all or parts of your first name or last name
  • Not contain account ID
  • Not contain E-mail address
Note: Changing your password in WatIAM will change the password on your ADS account as well as your NEXUS account, if you have one.