Using Multi-Factor Authentication with Okta

Getting Started

If You Previously Used Duo

• Enroll in Okta (using both computer and mobile device) - Recommended
• Enroll in Okta (using only mobile device)

If You Are Not Required to Use MFA

• Sign In Without Multi-Factor Authentication

New Uniqnames Starting Feb. 25, 2026

• Enroll in Okta for New Uniqname Accounts

Updating Devices & Options

• Okta Options for Passwordless and Multi-Factor Authentication
• Set up Okta FastPass - Windows
• Set up Okta FastPass - Mac
• Sign in with Okta / Choose a Different Okta Authentication Method
• Add / Replace an Okta MFA Device
• Okta Push Notifications
• Sign in With an Okta Verify Code
• Options for MFA Without Internet or Cell Service

Hardware Tokens & YubiKeys

• Obtain and Enroll an Okta Hardware Token For Multi-Factor Authentication
• Sign In with an Okta Hardware Token
• Obtain and Enroll a YubiKey (Security Key) for Okta Multi-Factor Authentication

Duo

• First-Time Setup: Enroll a Device in Duo
• Alternatives to Phone/SMS Options for Two-Factor Authentication