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Help & Frequently Asked Questions

General Assistance

Need help with the website that you can't find here? Want to report an error or have a suggestion about the website? Contact the web team via email at aapt-web@aapt.org or over the phone: 301-209-3337

Online Accounts & Services

Logging in - Current AAPT Members

By default, your username is your AAPT Member ID (see below for assistance identifying your member ID)

New Users & Non-members

Create an online user account and your username and password will be emailed to you. Once you have created an account with us, you can login to change or reset your password anytime.

I've forgotten my password (or username) or wish to change it!

Updating your account/contact info

You can update your contact and other information about yourself by visiting the account profile page and clicking edit. If there is anything you are unable to update (for example - deleting an old address), please contact our Membership Department directly via membership@aapt.org or 301-209-3333.

What is my Member ID number? Where do I find it?

Your 5 digit member ID is located on the mailing label of your AAPT journals, directly above your name. It is also printed on all paper renewals.

Common Troubleshooting

Why am I having trouble viewing the AAPT website on my computer?

We recommend that you use the latest version of Firefox or Internet Explorer browser, with cookies, Java, and JavaScript enabled. Also, if your browser’s pop-up blocker is enabled, it must be set to allow pop-up windows from aapt.org. To check pop-up settings in:

  • Firefox, go to Tools > Options> Content > Block Pop-up Windows > Exceptions... > Add the domain aapt.org
  • Internet Explorer, go to Tools> Internet Options> Privacy

I am having issues logging in or using an online service. What are the first steps I should take?