Duo Multi-Factor Authentication (MFA)

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Last updated: Aug 15, 2024Version comment
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This article is intended for use by students who need more information on the Columbia Duo MFA system.

Duo Multi-Factor Authentication (MFA)

Authentication is the process of proving your identity during the login process. Two-factor authentication adds an additional proof of identification. Multi-factor authentication (MFA) layers multiple methods of identification for greater security.

Duo is a tech company that provides identity and access management solutions. Duo's MFA system is what is currently being used at Columbia University.

Duo MFA can use three methods of identification to validate your UNI identity. Those methods are:

  • Push notifications sent through the Duo mobile device app

  • An automated phone call.

  • One-time use passcodes.

Enroll mobile device in Duo MFA

Enroll your mobile device in Duo MFA so you can use it as a method of identification along with your UNI identity. Please follow the steps to setup Duo MFA on your mobile device:

  1. Visit the Columbia MFA Website.
    https://www.cuit.columbia.edu/mfa

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  2. Click the Manage Your Duo MFA Account button.

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  3. Enter YourUNI and password.

  4. Click the LOGIN button.

  5. Click the Setup button.

     

  6. Enter YourUNI and password.

  7. Click the LOGIN button.

  8. Click the Start setup button.

  9. Ensure the Mobile phone radio button is selected.

  10. Click the Continue button.

  11. Enter your Mobile device’s phone number.

  12. Check the checkbox next to the phone number entered to confirm.

  13. Click the Continue button.

  14. Select a radio button to confirm your mobile device type.

  15. Click the green Continue button.

  16. Click the green I have Duo Mobile button.

  17. From your iPhone, Tap the App Store app.

  18. Tap the Search Bar.

  19. Enter Duo Mobile in the Search bar.

  20. Tap the search button.

  21. Tap the GET button.

  22. Tap the Install button.

  23. Tap the OPEN button.

  24. Tap the Continue button.

  25. Tap the Use a QR Code button.

  26. Tap the OK option.

  27. Point your mobile device to the QR Code that is displayed on your PC's screen like you are taking a picture of it.

  28. From your mobile device, tap the Next button.

  29. Tap the done button.

  30. Tap the Skip button.

  31. Tap the Allow Notifications button.

  32. Tap the Allow option.

  33. Tap the Turn off button.

  34. Tap the OK button.

  35. Click the Continue button.

  36. Click the Continue to Login button.

  37. Click the Send me a Push button.

  38. Tap the checkmark to approve the login request from your mobile device.

  39. Tap the OK button.