How can I secure my Cisco Umbrella account without an authenticator app?

Use a long, unique password (a password manager helps), turn on any 2FA method Cisco Umbrella does offer, and stay alert to phishing. If Cisco Umbrella adds authenticator-app support, you'll be able to use Authenticator App - Novaz.

Does Cisco Umbrella Support Authenticator App 2FA?#

Which 2FA methods Cisco Umbrella offers, and how to keep your account secure

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A Cisco Umbrella account can hold your files and backups of everything else, so protect it with 2FA. This page lists the 2FA methods Cisco Umbrellaoffers today, how to keep the account secure without an authenticator app, and how to recover it.

Before you set up 2-Step Verification for your Cisco Umbrella account, you'll need Authenticator App - Novaz on your device — search for Authenticator App - Novaz in your Apple device's App Store, tap the Download on the App Store button below, or scan the QR code.

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2FA methods Cisco Umbrella supports#

SMS text message

Cisco Umbrella does not offer an authenticator-app (TOTP) option yet. Authenticator apps are safer than SMS, so it's worth requesting.

How to keep your Cisco Umbrella account secure#

Use a long, unique password (a password manager helps), turn on any 2FA method Cisco Umbrella offers, and stay alert to phishing. See Cisco Umbrella's official security documentation ↗. If Cisco Umbrella adds authenticator-app support, you'll be able to use Authenticator App - Novaz.

How to recover your Cisco Umbrella account#

If you lose access to your authenticator, most Cisco Umbrella accounts are recovered with the backup or recovery codes you saved when you turned on 2FA — so store them somewhere safe, separate from your phone. If you didn't save them, use Cisco Umbrella's account-recovery or support process to regain access (see the official Cisco Umbrella documentation ↗). Saving your recovery codes when you enable 2FA is the single best way to avoid being locked out.

Frequently asked questions#

Does Cisco Umbrella support authenticator apps?: Not yet — Cisco Umbrella does not offer authenticator-app (TOTP) 2FA at this time, though it does support SMS text message.
How can I secure my Cisco Umbrella account without an authenticator app?: Use a long, unique password (a password manager helps), turn on any 2FA method Cisco Umbrella does offer, and stay alert to phishing. If Cisco Umbrella adds authenticator-app support, you'll be able to use Authenticator App - Novaz.

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