To sign in to LAWGS, complete the following steps:
1. | Connect to LAWGS using the Web address: https://lawgs.aphis.usda.gov/lawgs/. |
RESULT: The Log In page appears.
2. | Click the Log In button. |
RESULT: The USDA eAuthentication Login page displays.
3. | Enter your USDA eAuthenticaion or Login.gov Login user ID and password and click the Login button. |
RESULT: If you have used eAuth credentials, you will be redirected to the LAWGS Initial Registration page which displays the following message: "Success! You have successfully signed into the USDA eAuthentication security portal.
RESULT: If you have used Login.gov credentials, you will be prompted to enter authentication codes. After successful submission, you will be directed to LAWGS Initial Registration page.
4. | Before you can access LAWGS, choose one of the following options: |
NOTE: You only need to do this once. If you need help, please reference Step Three of the Initial Access Guide.
• | Option 1: My industry (applicant) organization does not have a LAWGS account, and I will be the first user and administrator for a new industry organization in LAWGS. |
• | Option 2: I'm joining an existing organization and my organization administrator has provided me with a Unique PIN. |
5. | If your industry (applicant) organization does not have a LAWGS account, and you will be the first user and administrator for a new industry organization in LAWGS, click the Create Applicant Organization button and follow the steps for creating an organization. |
6. | If you already have access to LAWGS then you will be required to enter your Unique PIN and click the Join button. |
RESULT: The Welcome to LAWGS page appears.
See Also
Create an Organization
New Member Joining an Organization
Sign Out of LAWGS
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