2FA methods supported by University of Otago
Adding two-factor authentication is one of the most effective ways to protect your University of Otago account. With TOTP support, you can generate University of Otago verification codes directly in the Authenticator App.
Security key (U2F)
University of Otago works with hardware security keys using the U2F/FIDO standard.
Authenticator app (TOTP)
University of Otago lets you use time-based one-time passwords, so you can generate verification codes in an authenticator app on your device — no network or SMS needed.
Phone call
University of Otago can call your phone and read out a verification code.
SMS
University of Otago can send a one-time verification code to your phone via text message.
Proprietary app
University of Otago offers its own companion app for approving sign-ins.
U2F is available to staff only
University of Otago 2FA — Frequently asked questions
Does University of Otago support an authenticator app?
Yes. University of Otago supports time-based one-time passwords (TOTP), so you can add it to the Authenticator App and generate verification codes right on your device.
Which two-factor authentication methods does University of Otago support?
University of Otago currently supports: Security key (U2F), Authenticator app (TOTP), Phone call, SMS, Proprietary app.
Is it free to generate University of Otago codes with the Authenticator App?
Yes. The Authenticator App is free to download, and generating University of Otago verification codes does not require an account or sign-up.
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