Frequently Asked Questions

Texas by Texas, or TxT for short, is your account for Texas government services. 

When you create a TxT account, you’ll have an easy, fast, and secure way to officially take care of Texas government to-dos like driver license/ID renewal and replacement, vehicle registration renewal, boat registration renewal, and more. Even better, TxT keeps track of your upcoming deadlines, reminds you when it’s time to take action, and lets you wrap up transactions in just a few clicks. Learn more at www.texas.gov/TxT.

NEW! As of June 2026, we’re allowing even more users – both in-state and out-of-state – to create TxT accounts if you provide the required information and pass TxT’s identify verification process. Read the “What information do I need to create a TxT account” FAQ for more details. 

TxT is available via a web browser at https://txt.texas.gov. TxT works best on current and previous major releases of Google Chrome, Microsoft Edge, Firefox, Safari, Samsung Internet, Android Webview, Amazon Silk, and Opera. 

TxT is also available as an iOS and Android app. Download it now from the Apple or Google Play stores. 

Please note: You can create an account, sign in to your existing account, and complete transactions on either the web application or the mobile app.

To create a TxT account, you must provide your personal email address, mobile phone number, current Texas driver license (DL) or ID, and Social Security number. If you don’t have a current Texas DL/ID and you’re 18 years of age or older, you may be able to create a TxT account by providing your personal email address, mobile phone number, and Social Security number. 

During the account creation process, we will use this information to verify your identity, so your account stays safe. If we cannot verify your identity, you will not be able to create a TxT account. 

Please note: If you’re creating an account with your current Texas DL/ID, you must also provide the DD number (sometimes referred to as an Audit number) which is located at the bottom of your DL or ID card. If you do not have or know your DD number, you can try creating an account without your Texas DL/ID, but you will not be able to complete Texas Department of Public Safety (DPS) or Texas Department of Motor Vehicle (TxDMV) services on TxT. For assistance with your Texas DL/ID information, contact DPS at (512) 424-2600 or at https://www.dps.texas.gov/DriverLicense/customer_services/other.aspx.

If you don’t have a current Texas DL/ID and you’re 18 years of age or older, you may be able to create a TxT account by providing your personal email address, mobile phone number, and Social Security number. 

During the account creation process, we will use this information to verify your identity so your account stays safe. If we cannot verify your identity, you will not be able to create a TxT account. 

Please note: Some services on TxT are only available to users who have a linked Texas DL/ID (e.g., DPS services like DL/ID renewal, replacement, address change, upgrade, and surrender and TxDMV vehicle registration renewal). If you don’t have a Texas DL/ID, you can still create an account to access services that are available to you and link a Texas DL/ID later.

If you’re between the ages of 16 to 18 and you have a Texas learner license or Texas ID issued by the Texas Department of Public Safety (DPS), you can create a TxT account. To do that, head to https://txt.texas.gov and make sure to have the following information handy: personal email address, mobile phone number, current Texas driver license/ID, and Social Security number. 

Please note: If you're a minor, the only service you'll be able to complete on TxT is a driver license upgrade if you passed your driving skills test with a participating third-party skills testing provider. Once your "packet" has been reviewed and approved by DPS, you'll see the option to upgrade on your TxT dashboard in the To-do list. Additional TxT services will become available to you when you step up your account once you turn 18.