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I helped my aunt through this change a few months ago.
There's lot's of information here:
Learn about changes we’re making to your personal my Social Security account
Can I still use my Social Security username to sign in?
No. Effective June 7, 2025, Login.gov and ID.me are now the only sign in options to access Social Security online services. We have removed the option to sign in using a Social Security username and password.
You will be required to create an account with ID.me or Login.gov to access our online services. If you already have a Login.gov or ID.me account, you can use your existing account to access our online services.
Can I still use my Social Security username to sign in?
No. Effective June 7, 2025, Login.gov and ID.me are now the only sign in options to access Social Security online services. We have removed the option to sign in using a Social Security username and password.
You will be required to create an account with ID.me or Login.gov to access our online services. If you already have a Login.gov or ID.me account, you can use your existing account to access our online services.
https://www.ssa.gov/myaccount/account-transition-faqs.html