VA System Terms of Use

This system is intended to be used by authorized VA network users for viewing and retrieving information only except as otherwise explicitly authorized. VA information resides on and transmits through computer systems and networks funded by VA; all use is considered to be understanding and acceptance that there is no reasonable expectation of privacy for any data or transmissions on Government intranet or Extranet (non-public) networks or systems. All transactions that occur on this system and all data transmitted through this system are subject to review and action including (but not limited to) monitoring, recording, retrieving, copying, auditing, inspecting, investigating, restricting access, blocking, tracking, disclosing to authorized personnel, or any other authorized actions by all authorized VA and law enforcement personnel. All use of this system constitutes understanding and unconditional acceptance of these terms. Unauthorized attempts or acts to either (1) access, upload, change, or delete information on this system, (2) modify this system, (3) deny access to this system, or (4) accrue resources for unauthorized use on this system are strictly prohibited. Such attempts or acts are subject to action that may result in criminal, civil, or administrative penalties.

The Department of Defense Self-Service Logon (DS Logon) is a secure, self-service logon ID that allows individuals to access several websites using a single username and password. DS Logon is available to DoD and VA Service Members and Patients (Active Duty, Guard/Reservists, Retirees), Veterans, Spouses, Eligible Family Members (18 and over), and Civilian Retirees.

If you do not already have a DS Logon you can register for an account online. Questions will be asked so that your record can be located in Defense Enrollment Eligibility Reporting System (DEERS). You must be enrolled in DEERS to obtain a DS Logon.

For additional information on DS Logon click on the following link.

The Department of Defense (DoD) Common Access Card (CAC) is the standard identification card for Active-Duty Military Personnel, Selected Reserve, DoD Civilian Employees, and Eligible Contractor Personnel. It is also the primary card used to access DoD buildings and it provides access to DoD computer networks and systems.

For additional information about DoD CAC visit the DoD ID Card Reference Center.

The Personal Identity Verification (PIV) card is issued by a Federal agency and is the standard identification card for all Federal employees and contractors. The PIV card is issued for secure access to Federal and other facilities and access to Federal computer networks and systems.

For additional information about the VA PIV card visit the PIV Card Project page.

ID.me is a secure login provider certified by the federal government. ID.me is designed to help citizens login to multiple government websites with a single account. Founded by two Army Rangers, ID.me is committed to making government services work more efficiently for citizens.

Learn more about ID.me.

How do I register for an account with ID.me?
For additional information about ID.me, please visit www.ID.me.

login.gov is a secure login provider from the U.S. federal government. With one login.gov account, you can securely and privately access many government services online.

Visit login.gov to learn more.

My HealtheVet is a secure online personal health portal for Veterans/VA Patients. It provides 24/7 access to VA electronic health records including imaging, prescription refill, Secure Messaging, and information through web-based tools. Veterans/VA patients are able to better partner with their providers to manage their overall health, make informed health decisions, and record, store, and share important health and military history information.

If you do not have a My HealtheVet Premium account, you can register for an account online.

Visit My HealtheVet for additional information and on how to register.

The VA Logon is a component of Identity and Access Management (IAM) Services. The logon account will allow electronic user registration, credential issuance and authentication for users that are not in the Defense Eligibility Enrollment Reporting System (DEERS).

A logon account is a way for you to interact with VA websites online. It gives you the ability to identify yourself to the VA via your User ID and password. It permits you to access a wide range of VA online services.

Your logon account consists of a User ID, a password and your customer profile which contains information about you that will permit VA applications to identify if you have the correct permissions to view the website you attempted to access.