A secure, simple way to log in to state services

Over the next two years, WA.gov accounts will replace SecureAccess Washington (SAW).

Each state agency will transition on its own timeline. During the transition, you may need to use your new WA.gov account and your SAW account. Each state agency will tell you which account to use.

Need help? Visit Get Help for support creating or using your WA.gov account.

What’s changing?

WA.gov account

• The new way to log in to Washington state services 
• One account and password for many Washington state agencies 
• A secure way to do business with Washington state 

SAW (SecureAccess Washington)

• The old way to log in to Washington state services 
• SAW is still available during the transition to WA.gov accounts 
• SAW will no longer be available after 2027