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Login / Log in

Different forms

Use login as a noun or modifier and log in as the verb. In formal interface or technical writing, write 'log in to the portal', not 'login to the portal'.

Login

Use when

You use the noun or attributive form for the act, event, credentials or interface associated with signing in.

Example

“The last login was recorded at 9.02 am.”

Log in

Use when

You use the verb meaning enter a system or service using credentials.

Example

“Please log in using your work account.”

Quick check

please login, login to the portal, users must login

Usage note

Log-in is also an accepted noun form; this glossary uses login as its house style.

Source checked 2026-08-14 (opens in a new tab)