# How to login to GovCMS

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## Navigate to Login screen

To get to the **Login screen** of most GovCMS sites, type the site’s URL and add **/user** on the end. (For many government sites this won't work unless you’re on the internal network.)&#x20;

For example: [https://www.govcms.gov.au/user/login](https://www.govcms.gov.au/user/login)

## Shield protection

Your environment may be protected by _Shield_ authentication, which means you’ll see a popup window with the _Username_ and _Password_ fields. You need to enter the Shield **username** and **password** to get to the **Login screen**.

**Note** The Shield username and password are distinct from your own individual username and password. If you do not know the Shield login details, contact your site administrator or IT department.

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## Training Environment Details

In preparation for the training course, you should have received a number of emails providing you with information required throughout the course. These include:

1. The url for your own personal training environment. This will be similar to:\
   https://your-name.govcms10-training.govcms.gov.au.
2. The Shield **username** and **password**.
3. An email confirming your account creation details.

If you have not received this information, please notify your trainer.
