How can I learn more about 2FA?

The University of Illinois uses a 2-Factor authentication (2FA) service provided by Duo Security, an industry leader in cyber security services. This will help secure your account and the University's sensitive data. The University of Illinois is committed to securing its institutional data and the personal information of everyone at the University.

About 2FA

NetID Center - Enroll and Edit 2FA
What is 2-factor authentication?

Enrolling in Duo

Step 1 - Getting started with Duo
Step 2 - Enrolling a device

Using Duo

Authentication Methods: Duo Push, Text Me, Passcode, Token

Remember Me Option

 

Maintaining & Troubleshooting Duo

Managing your devices

Troubleshooting 2FA

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Article ID: 1533
Created
Tue 1/19/21 9:31 PM
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Wed 2/21/24 3:19 PM

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How can I use 2-Factor Authentication (2FA) without network access or while traveling internationally?
The default 2FA options can incur data charges for text messages, phone calls, or accessing the Duo Mobile application while you are outside of the USA. However, there are options to avoid this.
What is 2-Factor Authentication?
2-factor authentication (2FA) is an extra layer of security protection for your sensitive, personal university data.

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2-Factor Authentication
2-Factor Authentication is a method of confirming your identity by utilizing something you know (password) AND a second factor.