MFA-Duo - Sending a Push to Your Smartphone or Tablet
This document will explain how to use a smartphone or tablet for Multi-factor Authentication.
Before following these steps, make sure you've already registered your smartphone or tablet. Steps to do so can be found here: MFA-Duo - First Time Setup for Smartphone or Tablet.
- When prompted for MFA-Duo, select Send Me a Push.
Note: Checking the box next to "Remember me for 12 hours" is optional. More information on this feature can be found here: MFA-Duo - How can I use the "Remember Me" function?
Tap APPROVE to approve the login request. After doing so, the notification on your device will go away, and you should be successfully logged into the service requiring Duo Multi-factor Authentication.
Note: Tap DENY and then tap It seemed fraudulent if you ever receive a Duo Mobile push notification on your device that you aren't expecting.
See accessibility & usability information
We work with our users to address access and usability barriers in the MFA user experience. Learn details about known access barriers and workarounds at MFA-Duo - Accessibility & Usability Information. If you encounter a barrier or need assistance, please contact the DoIT Help Desk or call (608) 264-4357.
For questions regarding how to get access to the MFA mobile app contact the DoIT Help Desk at (608) 264-4357 or email help@doit.wisc.edu.
How to get access to a Security Key or Duo Token/Fob
Students
Students, to obtain a token/fob, please contact the DoIT Help Desk (608) 264-4357 or email help@doit.wisc.edu. Students with disabilities can also request a token or security key at the McBurney Disability Resource Center, 702 W. Johnson St., Suite #2104, Madison WI 53715 on the 2nd floor.
Faculty, Staff, and Researchers
Employees can get access to devices for MFA at their Human Resources Office or IT department. For questions contact the DoIT Help Desk at (608) 264-4357 or email help@doit.wisc.edu.