Tutorial - Unlock Your ECU Account

IT Service Desk 252-328-9866 | Pirate Techs Technology Support Centers

Skip to a section: Option 1. Self-Service Portal | Option 2. Visit a Pirate Techs Technology Support Center | Option 3. Submit Password Reset Request

Available to

Faculty, Staff, Students

PLEASE NOTE: Occasionally, a user may accidentally access a malicious website which automatically locks the account. In this case, Option 1 is unavailable, and these instructions will not work. If you try these instructions, and they do not work, visit a Pirate Techs office in person (Option 2) OR complete the password reset form (Option 3). 

Option 1. Self-Service Portal (Recommended)

Applies to activated accounts. Note that updating your password through the SSPR portal does not update any mobile app logins.

ECU-managed Windows & personal Windows, macOS for students, alumni, faculty, staff  
  1. Log in to passwordreset.microsoftonline.com. The "Get back into your account" dialog box opens. 
  2. Type in your FULL ECU email address.
  3. Type in the captcha characters.
  4. Click Next.
  5. Verify your identity.
  6. Enter and confirm a new 15-digit password.
  7. Click Finish.
  8. See this tutorial (screenshots included) for further info (go to "unlock account").

ECU-managed macOS users maintain their password through their computer, not the SSPR system.

Alumni accounts created before 2014 use login.microsoftonline.com for password resets.

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Option 2. Visit your nearest Pirate Techs walk-in location

On-campus users can visit any one of four Pirate Techs walk-in locations on campus for assistance from a technician. No appointment necessary. Photo ID required.

Option 3. Submit the online password reset form to the Service Desk

If you are on or off campus, and the self-service option 1 is not working for you:

  1. Complete and submit the ECU PirateID Password Reset Request.
  2. Upload a picture of your 1 Card or any official government issued photo ID. Cover all info except your name and photo to protect your personal information.
  3. Call the IT Service Desk for assistance, 252-328-9866.

Password reset requests are usually processed within 24 hours. ITCS staff makes every effort to process your request as soon as possible.

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