If you still rely on a text message or phone call for Ļć½¶Šć 2-Step Verification, read on to learn why taking five minutes to set-up the Duo Mobile App is highly recommended.

  1. Ease of use: You receive a ā€œpushā€ notification to your mobile device, and simply click ā€œApprove.ā€ No more entering numeric codes you receive via text or phone call.
  2. Offline access: Get a passcode from the app even when you don’t have cellular or wifi access.
  3. Save the University money: Every time you use text messaging or a phone call for 2-Step Verification, it costs Ļć½¶Šć money. 2-Step Verification via the Duo App is free.
  4. Additional vendors. You can also use Duo for extra security with vendors outside of Boston College.

Set-up the Duo App

  1. Go to (Ļć½¶Šć sign-in required).
  2. Click Manage Your Devices.
  3. Follow the online instructions to verify your identity.
  4. Next to the smartphone/tablet device, click Device Options, and then click Activate Duo Mobile.
screenshot of DUO Mobile Push Screen

Screenshot of DUO Mobile App


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