MyDMV Account Terms of Service[1] 
INTRODUCTION A web account provides registered Users with secure and simplified access to use a variety of DMV s on - line applications and services. was created by the New York State Department of Motor Vehicles DMV, in cooperation with the New York State Office of Information Technology Services. In order to register for a account , you must first select a Sign - In Username and Password and provide your identity information. Your Username, Password, and identity information are stored in a secure directory called the NY.gov, which is maintained by New York State Office of Information Technology Services. Username and Password When you register for a account , you will be sent a temporary password by email. You must use the temporary password to complete the on - line registration process. After completing your registration , you can use your permanent Sign - In Username and Password for gaining access to applications and services. Upon validation of your identity , you will be permitted access to use DMV's secure web applications. This process is designed to protect the security of your identifying personal information. Your Sign - In Username and Password, and identifying personal information will be used solely for the purpose of NY.gov. As an additional feature of NY.gov you can use the same Username and Password when you register to use secure web applications available at other New York State agencies that participate in NY.gov. After registering to gain access to use secure web applications at another NYS agency , you simply sign in using the same Username and Password. Deactivation of NY.gov and Accounts For security purposes , the use of your MyDMV account is dependent upon validation of your identity by NY.gov. In the event that NY.gov deactivates access for any reason e.g., unable to validate your identity , your account will also be deactivated , and thereafter access to applications and on - line services will be d

user: I need some information about the terms of service for MyDMV Account.

assistant: I'll be happy to assist you with any questions that you may have.

assistant: Have you registered for an account?

user: Yes, I registered today.

assistant: Excellent. You should have been emailed a temporary password to use to complete your online registration process.

user: Can I use the same username and password that I have with other NY.gov agencies?

assistant: Yes, you can sign in using the same username and password.

user: How secure is my identity information that I give to NY.gov?

assistant: Your information is very secure. We use a secure directory called the NY.gov that is maintained by New York State Office of Information Technology Services.

user: Why do I need to input identity information?

assistant: The identity information helps us validate your identity, which allows you to access DMV's secure web applications. 

user: Why might NY.gov deactivate my account?

assistant: Your use of MyDMV account is dependent on the validation of your identity by NY.gov, so if they are unable to do so, your account will be deactivated.

user: When will I be asked for my identity information?

assistant: You will be asked to provide this information when you sign up.