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Authenticator app for University of Washington

Authenticator App for University of Washington

A step-by-step guide to activate 2FA in your University of Washington account.

To enable Two-Factor Authentication for your University of Washington account, follow these steps:

  • Begin by downloading the Authenticator App on your device. You can find it in your Apple device's App Store. Alternatively, you can scan the QR code provided or click on the "Download on the App Store" button below.
  • Download the Authenticator App from the App Store
    Scan QR code to download the Authenticator App

    Scan to download the app

  • Once the Authenticator App is installed, open it on your device.
  • In the University of Washington account settings, locate the Two-Factor Authentication (2FA) or 2-Step Verification option.
  • Choose the option to set up 2FA and select the Authenticator App as your preferred method.
  • Scan the QR code displayed on your University of Washington account using the Authenticator App. This step will link the app to your University of Washington account.
  • The Authenticator App will generate a time-based one-time password (TOTP) for your University of Washington account. Enter this code into the designated field on the University of Washington website to verify the setup.
  • Once the verification is successful, Two-Factor Authentication will be enabled for your University of Washington account.
  • From this point onward, whenever you log in to your University of Washington account, you'll need to enter both your password and the temporary code generated by the Authenticator App to enhance the security of your account.

    Download the Authenticator App from the App Store
    Scan QR code to download the Authenticator App

    Scan to download the app

    Why you should use 2FA for University of Washington?

    Enabling 2-Factor Authentication for University of Washington
     
    
     Protecting your online accounts is more important than ever, and one of the best ways to do so is by enabling 2-factor authentication (2FA). University of Washington offers 2FA as an added layer of security to protect your personal information and prevent unauthorized access to your account.
     
    
     By enabling 2FA, you will be required to provide a second form of authentication, such as a code sent to your phone or a fingerprint scan, in addition to your password. This makes it much more difficult for hackers to gain access to your account, even if they have your password.
     
    
     University of Washington takes security and privacy seriously, and 2FA is just one of the many measures they have in place to protect your information. They also use encryption to keep your data safe and regularly monitor their systems for any suspicious activity.
     
    
     To ensure the highest level of security, it's important to follow some best practices when using 2FA. Make sure to use a strong, unique password for your account and never share your 2FA code with anyone. Additionally, be cautious of phishing scams that may try to trick you into giving away your login credentials.
     
    
     Enabling 2FA for your University of Washington account is quick and easy, and it provides an extra layer of protection for your personal information. Don't wait until it's too late – enable 2FA today and keep your account secure.

    Service NameUniversity of Washington

    Websitewashington.edu

    How to set up 2FA for University of WashingtonDocumentation

    How to recover your University of Washington accountIf you have lost access to your two-factor authentication (2FA) code generator, please get in touch with the University of Washington support team support team for assistance.

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