Two-Step Login
Get an overview of two-step login on this page, and find links to knowledge base articles in the left-hand column for specific instructions and guides.
New UC San Diego Students and Employees
Start here: Register your phone or other device. For more information and tutorials keep reading.
Existing Users: Quick Help
Locked Out or Device Unavailable
Get help if you're locked out of Duo or your device is not available.
New Phone (with Same Number)
Register a new or upgraded phone with the same number
The Basics
Learn how to use Duo Security to manage the two-step login process.
Step 1:Log in as usual |
Step 2:Verify your identity |
Success!
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Get started in 3 easy steps:
- Decide which device(s) you'll use
- Install the Duo app on your device, or request a token
- Register your device with Duo (duo.ucsd.edu)
See how easy it is to register a device:
Student employees:
You may already be using Duo and two-step login if you're also a university employee and are accessing protected systems. If you have separate student and employee accounts, you may need to register each account for two-step login. Learn more about Duo.
More information and details:
- Register your mobile phone or other devices with Duo
- Set up a new or additional phone or device with your existing Duo account
- Set your push preferences and other Duo options
- Generate single-use passcodes to use as a backup plan when your phone or service is unavailable
- Use Duo to access Health Sciences, Medical / Pharmacy School, or other institutions
- Use Duo to access Single Sign-on, Office 365, and VPN
- Get help with two-step / Duo