Getting Started with 1Password

Overview

Welcome to 1Password! This guide walks you through the steps to activate your 1Password account using Single Sign-On (SSO) with your SamTrans email. Follow the instructions below to complete your setup and access 1Password securely.

Prerequisite

  • Before you begin, make sure you’ve been added to the 1Password SSO Users group.
    • Please allow up to 40 minutes for your access to be provisioned.
  • The 1Password app and browser extension should already be deployed to your computer.
    • If you don’t see them, please contact IT so we can get them installed for you.

Getting Started

Reminder: After clicking the invite link, keep your browser open and complete the setup in the same window. This helps ensure your first sign-in goes smoothly.

  1. Check your inbox
    • Once you're added to 1Password SSO Users, you’ll receive an invite email titled: "Join San Mateo County Transit District on 1Password"Uploaded Image (Thumbnail)

  2. Click “Join now”
    • Follow the steps in the invite email to begin setup.
  3. Sign in with Microsoft
    • Sign in using your @samtrans.com email address. You may be prompted to do this twice.Uploaded Image (Thumbnail)

  4. Approve the sign-in request
    • Approve the prompt via your authenticator app or preferred method.

  5. Watch for confirmation
    • A message will appear saying you’ll receive an approval email shortly.
      Note: The SCIM bridge will automatically confirm your account within 5 minutes.Uploaded Image (Thumbnail)

  6. Look for the welcome email
    • After a few minutes, check your inbox for a second email confirming that your account setup is complete.Uploaded Image (Thumbnail)

  7. Log in to 1Password
    • Go to https://smctd.1password.com
    • Enter your @samtrans.com email and click ContinueUploaded Image (Thumbnail)
    • . Click Sign in with MicrosoftUploaded Image (Thumbnail)
    • You may be prompted again to log in or enter an authenticator code.

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