Does University of Notre Dame work with authenticator apps like MS Authenticator App?

Yes. University of Notre Dame supports TOTP authenticator apps, so you can generate its two-factor codes in MS Authenticator App.

Is University of Notre Dame two-factor authentication free?

Yes. Enabling authenticator-app 2FA on University of Notre Dame is free — you only need the free MS Authenticator App.

What if I lose access to my University of Notre Dame 2FA codes?

Use the backup or recovery codes you saved during setup. If you didn't save them, contact University of Notre Dame support to regain access, then re-add the account to MS Authenticator App.

Should I use an authenticator app or a security key on University of Notre Dame?

University of Notre Dame supports both. An authenticator app like MS Authenticator App is free and works on any phone; a hardware security key adds phishing resistance. You can enable both.

How to enable 2FA on University of Notre Dame

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University of Notre Dame lets you secure your account with an authenticator app. With 2FA on, each login needs a fresh 6-digit code, keeping your University of Notre Dame account safe even if your password leaks.

Step-by-step setup

1
Sign in to University of Notre Dame and open your University of Notre Dame account security settings.
2
Turn on two-factor authentication and choose the authenticator-app option.
Look for "Authenticator app", "Authentication app", or "TOTP" rather than SMS.
3
Scan the QR code with MS Authenticator App.
Open MS Authenticator App, tap add, and point your camera at the QR code University of Notre Dame displays. Can't scan? Enter the setup key manually instead.
4
Enter the 6-digit code to confirm.
Type the code MS Authenticator App generates to verify and link your University of Notre Dame account.
5
Save your backup codes.
Store the recovery codes University of Notre Dame gives you somewhere safe — you'll need them if you lose your phone.

Menu names on University of Notre Dame can change — the official University of Notre Dame 2FA documentation ↗ always has the exact, current path.

Frequently asked questions

Does University of Notre Dame work with authenticator apps like MS Authenticator App?: Yes. University of Notre Dame supports TOTP authenticator apps, so you can generate its two-factor codes in MS Authenticator App.
Is University of Notre Dame two-factor authentication free?: Yes. Enabling authenticator-app 2FA on University of Notre Dame is free — you only need the free MS Authenticator App.
What if I lose access to my University of Notre Dame 2FA codes?: Use the backup or recovery codes you saved during setup. If you didn't save them, contact University of Notre Dame support to regain access, then re-add the account to MS Authenticator App.
Should I use an authenticator app or a security key on University of Notre Dame?: University of Notre Dame supports both. An authenticator app like MS Authenticator App is free and works on any phone; a hardware security key adds phishing resistance. You can enable both.

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