How to Register a non-smart Phone for Duo two-factor authentication

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In order to leverage Duo's two-factor authentication system, you must first register a device with MIT Duo.

IS&T recommends registering at least two (2) devices. In case you lose one device, the second device will allow you to login to Duo and make changes to your settings or deactivate the lost device. To register a second device, go to http://duo.mit.edu, and select the appropriate type of device from the Available Options.

Registering landlines and MIT VoIP phones for Duo two-factor authentication

NOTE: Make sure you are at your phone and able to answer phone calls. You will need your phone to complete this process.

1. Go to http://duo.mit.edu/
   • duo.mit.edu requires Touchstone for authentication.
   • Use your MIT kerberos username and password or you MIT certificates to login.
2. Click Next and proceed to Register a new phone.
   
3. Choose Landline for the type, enter your phone number and click Submit.
   
4. Your phone should ring. Answer and wait for the PIN. This may take up to 10 or more seconds.
5. Type this PIN into the web page as prompted and click Submit.
   

Register a non-smart mobile phone for Duo two-factor authentication

1. Go to http://duo.mit.edu/.
   • duo.mit.edu requires Touchstone for authentication.
   • Use your MIT kerberos username and password or you MIT certificates to login.
2. Click Next and proceed to Register a new phone.
   
3. # Choose Mobile for the type, non-smartphone for platform, enter your phone number and click Submit.
   
   Result: You should receive a text message on your phone with the PIN.
4. Type this PIN into the web page as prompted and click Submit.