Enroll Your Device in Two-Factor Authentication

Before you begin

• You will need to know your NetID. If you are unable to sign in, check to see if your NetID is the same as your UTC ID:
  1. Visit https://directory.utk.edu/
  2. Type your full name and hit enter
  3. Verify your NetID
• You will need a device capable of browsing the Internet (tablet or computer) to enroll your phone
• If you do not have a mobile device capable of installing Duo, you can request a hardware token here: https://utc.teamdynamix.com/TDClient/2717/Portal/Requests/ServiceDet?ID=49798
• Check to see if your phone is supported by duo here:
  • Android
  • iOS

Directions to setup your account

1. Visit https://ds.tennessee.edu/passwords/2famgmt.asp
2. Log in with your NetID and password
3. Select ‘I have a smartphone’ and ensure the box next to ‘I am ready to use two-factor authentication for UT services.’ is checked
4. Select ‘Sign Up’
5. Select ‘Start Setup’
6. Select the device you are enrolling
7. Enter your phone number and check the box to confirm your phone number is correct. Select ‘Continue’
8. Select the device you are using
9. On your mobile device, install the Duo Mobile app.    
10. Once the app has been installed, open it and use the scanner to scan the QR code on your screen. When the green check mark appears, select ‘Continue’
    1. Optional: If you would like for your phone to automatically receive a Duo push notification when you log in, select ‘Automatically send this device a Duo Push’ in the drop-down menu
11. Select ‘Continue to Login’
12. Select an authentication method
    1. If you select ‘Send Me a Duo Push’ you will receive a notification on your phone
    2. If you select ‘Enter a Passcode’ you will need to generate a passcode within the Duo app on your phone and enter it in the ‘Passcode’ box. To generate a passcode, open Duo and tap on 'University of Tennessee'.