How you log in to ESS from a personal device has now changed

Jun 8 2026

To enhance security, accessing ESS from a personal device now requires you to have set up an extra verification method. If you haven't done so already, the next time you log into ESS you will need to reset your account so that you  can set up this extra level of security. 

You can choose your preferred verification method:
 
•Your work email
•A personal email
•Or an authentication app (like Microsoft Authenticator)
 
If you choose an authentication app, you’ll simply download it to your mobile, scan a QR code, and enter the one time passcode (OTP) it generates directly into the ESS log in/registration screen. Quick, easy, and extra secure!
 
For guidance on registering MFA and logging into ESS please visit the below webpages:

Log in to ESS Lite/reset your account: https://extra.hants.gov.uk/sharedservices/login

Register for ESS Lite: https://extra.hants.gov.uk/sharedservices/register

ESS Multi Factor Authentication: https://extra.hants.gov.uk/employee/multi-factor-authentication