Get Started with Two-Step Login
How to set up Two-Step Login for the first time
This article applies to: Two-Step Login
First Time Setup for Two-Step Login
- If you need information about the many types of devices you can use with Two-Step Login, you can explore device options, then return here to enroll your chosen device(s).
- If you have already selected your authentication device(s), continue with these instructions.
Optional: preview Duo Security's step-by-step instructions for enrolling a device, view the Two-Step Login Setup Guide, or a recorded training video.
- Create your account by signing in at Manage Your Two-Step Login.
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Log in with your NetID and Password.
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Select Start Enrolling Devices Now.
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To enroll your first device, select Start setup.
NOTE: If you have already enrolled a device you will need to select Manage Devices and will be prompted for Two-Step Login.
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You will be guided through the setup process. Screenshots of each step are available from Duo Security and in the Two-Step Login Setup Guide
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Start with the device you plan to use most often with Two-Step Login.
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The device can be a smartphone, cell phone, tablet, U2F Security key, or landline phone (office, home, etc.).
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You will be asked to enter what type of device you are enrolling and, when applicable, the associated phone number.
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If you are enrolling a smartphone or tablet, you will be prompted to install and activate the Duo Mobile app.
- For a U2F security key, insert your key in a USB port on your computer. When prompted, touch the flashing key icon on the UF2 security key.
- For Touch ID, use a fingerprint reader with MacOS and Chrome. Learn more about Using Apple Touch ID with Duo.
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Select Add another device to enroll at least one more device.
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Adding a second device is strongly recommended in case the device you usually use is unavailable, lost, or stolen.
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Enroll your office phone and, if you have one, your home landline phone. These are good backup options.
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You can also return later to Manage Your Two-Step Login to enroll more devices.
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Continue Using Two-Step Login
- Learn how to Log In using the device you chose
- Enroll additional devices as a backup for your main device
- Want to use a different method? Click Other options for more choices from those you have set up.
- Reduce how often you need to authenticate by selecting Trust browser when you log in.
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