Does University of Idaho support authenticator apps?

Not yet — University of Idaho does not offer authenticator-app (TOTP) 2FA at this time, though it does support SMS text message, phone call, its own app, a hardware token and a security key.

How can I secure my University of Idaho account without an authenticator app?

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

Does University of Idaho Support 2FA?#

Which 2FA methods University of Idaho offers, and how to keep your account secure

uidaho.edu EducationNot yet

A University of Idaho account holds coursework, records, and personal data worth protecting with 2FA. This page lists the 2FA methods University of Idahooffers 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 University of Idaho 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.

Download on theApp Store

Free · No ads · Your 2FA codes are encrypted on your device

Scan to download

2FA methods University of Idaho supports#

SMS text message
Phone call
Proprietary app
Hardware token
Security key (U2F / WebAuthn)

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

How to keep your University of Idaho account secure#

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

How to recover your University of Idaho account#

If you lose access to your authenticator, most University of Idaho 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 University of Idaho's account-recovery or support process to regain access (see the official University of Idaho documentation ↗). Saving your recovery codes when you enable 2FA is the single best way to avoid being locked out.

Frequently asked questions#

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

More Education services#

See all Education services that support 2FA →

Data: 2fa.directory

Disclaimer

The information on this page is provided for educational purposes only, to help you secure your accounts.

Novaz is not affiliated, associated, authorized, endorsed by, or in any way officially connected with University of Idaho, or any of its subsidiaries or affiliates.

All product names, logos, trademarks, and registered trademarks are the property of their respective owners and are used here for identification and reference only, without implying any association or endorsement.