2FA methods supported by Boston University
Boston University offers the following two-factor authentication options to help protect your account.
SMS
Boston University can send a one-time verification code to your phone via text message.
Phone call
Boston University can call your phone and read out a verification code.
Security key (U2F)
Boston University works with hardware security keys using the U2F/FIDO standard.
Proprietary app
Boston University offers its own companion app for approving sign-ins.
Boston University 2FA — Frequently asked questions
Does Boston University support an authenticator app?
No. Boston University does not currently offer TOTP-based codes, but it does support SMS, Phone call, Security key (U2F), Proprietary app.
Which two-factor authentication methods does Boston University support?
Boston University currently supports: SMS, Phone call, Security key (U2F), Proprietary app.
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