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How to enable Two-Factor Authentication for University of California, Merced

University of California, Merced is one of 106 Universities services in our 2FA directory that you can protect with Authenticator.

To enhance your University of California, Merced account security, consider enabling two-factor authentication (2FA). This guide will help you understand how to set up and use University of California, Merced 2FA effectively. Learn how to enable 2FA for University of California, Merced, set up your preferred authentication method, and keep your account secure when signing in.

Before you can set up 2-Step Verification for your University of California, Merced account you will need to download Authenticator App on your device. Tap the button below or scan the QR code.

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Supported authentication methods

SMS Verification

University of California, Merced can send verification codes via text message to your registered phone number.

Security Key (U2F/FIDO2)

University of California, Merced supports hardware security keys such as YubiKey for phishing-resistant authentication.

Custom Hardware Token

University of California, Merced supports proprietary hardware tokens: Feitian OTP c100 Token.

Custom Software Token

University of California, Merced supports proprietary software tokens: Duo.

Service name

University of California, Merced

Website

ucmerced.edu

How to set up 2FA for University of California, Merced

To enhance your University of California, Merced account security, enable two-factor authentication (2FA). Follow the steps below:

  1. Log in to your University of California, Merced account

    Sign in with your username and password.

  2. Open Security settings

    In account settings, look for Security, Privacy & Security, or Authentication.

  3. Enable two-factor authentication (2FA)

    Choose Enable, Turn on, or a similar option.

  4. Choose your verification method

    Common options include:

    1. Authenticator app (recommended) Generate time-based one-time codes with Authenticator App - Vidus6.
    2. Security key (if supported) Use a hardware key (FIDO2/U2F) as your second factor.
    3. Text message (SMS) Receive verification codes by SMS (less secure than an authenticator app).
    4. Email or backup codes Use as a backup to recover access if you lose your device.

  5. Follow the on-screen instructions

    Complete the 2FA setup and securely store any backup codes provided.

  6. Test your setup

    Sign out and sign back in to confirm 2FA is working as expected.

Steps and labels can vary between services. For the most accurate and up-to-date steps, visit University of California, Merced's official documentation.

How to recover your University of California, Merced account

If you lose access to your University of California, Merced two-factor authentication (2FA) codes, reach out to the University of California, Merced support team for assistance.

Available regions

University of California, Merced offers two-factor authentication in the following regions:

United States

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FAQ

Does University of California, Merced support authenticator apps (TOTP)?

University of California, Merced does not currently support authenticator apps (TOTP). The available 2FA methods are: SMS, Security Key (U2F/FIDO2), Custom Hardware, Custom Software.

What 2FA methods does University of California, Merced support?

University of California, Merced supports the following two-factor authentication methods: SMS, Security Key (U2F/FIDO2), Custom Hardware, Custom Software.

How do I set up 2FA on University of California, Merced?

Visit University of California, Merced's official documentation for step-by-step 2FA setup instructions. You will need an authenticator app like Authenticator by Vidus6 installed on your device.

How do I recover my University of California, Merced account if I lose my 2FA device?

Contact the University of California, Merced support team for help recovering your account if you lose access to your 2FA codes. Keep any backup codes you received during setup in a safe place.

Is University of California, Merced 2FA available in my country?

University of California, Merced offers two-factor authentication in the following regions: United States. Availability may vary.

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