How do I Change My MFA Method (with a new phone, etc)
If you are not a Utah Tech Employee Students and alumni can use our Password Reset Portal by following the directions below to reset Multi-factor Authentication MFA methods. If you are an employee, you will need to call the IT Help Desk at 435-879-4357 to reset your MFA methods (you can still use the Password Rese…
Using a security key or USB Key to log into Utah Tech Services
Using a security key or USB Key to log into Utah Tech Services (This assumes you already setup a USB key, if not go to help.utahtech.edu for instructions) Click Use a security key Insert your security key if you haven’t already Enter your PIN you setup for the USB key Touch the USB key Done
Use Google Authenticator for Utah Tech Authentication
Use Google Authenticator for Utah Tech Authentication Sign in with your [email protected] You will be asked for more information – click next Click the I want to use a different Authenticator app Click Next Open your Google Authenticator app and scan the QR code Open the Google Authenticator app…
MFA Change FAQ
A change is being made to how we do Multi-Factor Authentication (MFA) here at Utah Tech. What is MFA? MFA is when you use something in addition to a password to authenticate to a system, usually your phone. MFA is a current best practice for protecting accounts from compromise. You’ve likely seen banks and other …
MFA for Students FAQ
Why am I being required to do MFA? In an ongoing effort to better protect your information and your UT account, Utah Tech University will soon begin enrolling all students in Multi-Factor Authentication. You may be familiar with MFA with other financial or social media accounts that you have. It is a great securit…
Add Another Method to Multi-Factor Authentication or Self Service Password Reset
It is recommended that you configure at least one other method. This will allow you to still MFA or reset your password when your primary method is not available. Step 1 Go to myaccount.microsoft.com and c lick "Update Info" under "Security info." Step 2 Click Add sign-in method Step 3 Click "Choose a me…
Setup a security key or usb key for Microsoft MFA if setting up for the first time.
Using a token for MFA for first time enrollment Log in to an application, for example, Note: security key does not work with Firefox or safari. We recommend chrome or Edge browsers. Choose I want to set up a different method Pick phone Click Confirm Enter your phone number and pick your preferred meth…
Setting up Microsoft Multi-Factor Authentication
When logging into a service, you will be asked to setup multi-factor authentication on your phone or device. Step 1: Prompt for More Information When given this prompt, after going to myaccount.microsoft.com , c lick Next . Step 2: Get the Microsoft Authenticator App A new page will open up that will ask you…
Change default authentication method for Microsoft MFA
You can set a default authentication method for your account. This is for your convenience where the default method will automatically be used and you will not have to manually select a method when prompted. Step 1 Go to and click "Update Info" under "Security info" Step 2 Click "Change" next to "Default …
