Get Started with Duo

These steps must be completed from your mobile device.

Scan the QR code below to continue these instructions on your mobile device.

Non-smartphone users (including those without mobile devices) please contact the ITS Help Desk.

Step 1

On your mobile device, download and install the Duo Mobile app.

Step 2

If you aren't already using one, enable a screen lock on your mobile device.
Screen locks may include a PIN, pattern swipe, fingerprint, facial recognition, etc.
See Android screen lock instructions, here.
See iPhone screen lock instructions, here.

Step 3

On your mobile device, make sure your Duo Moible app is open and looks like this, below.

Step 4

Sign into "My Account," here.

Step 5

Press "Get started."

Step 6

Use the recommended option, "Duo Mobile."

Step 7

Enter your phone number and press "Continue."

Step 8

Confirm that your phone number is correct.

Step 9

Press "Next" to acknowledge that you have downloaded Duo Mobile.

Step 10

Tap "Open Duo Mobile" to switch apps.

Step 11

Name your account (the default name is fine), and press "save."

Step 12

Switch apps back to the mobile browser you used to sign in with. Take note of the three-digit code displayed on your screen.

Step 13

Go to the Duo Mobile app and enter the number that was shown in step 12.

Step 14

When Step 13 is successful, you will see a "success" screen with an animation and a green checkmark.

Step 15

You are done when you get to "My Account" in Vault.

For more information, visit the Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ) page.

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