If you still rely on a text message or phone call for BC 2-Step Verification, read on to learn why taking five minutes to set-up the Duo Mobile App is highly recommended.

  1. Ease of use: You receive a “push” notification to your mobile device, and simply click “Approve.” No more entering numeric codes you receive via text, or answering a phone call.
  2. Offline access: Get a passcode from the app even when you don’t have cellular or wifi access.
  3. Use with non-BC services. You can also use Duo for extra security with many additional services outside of Boston College.Set-up the Duo App
  1. Go to bc.edu/manage2step (BC sign-in required).
  2. Follow the online instructions to verify your identity.
  3. Select Add a device --> Select Duo Mobile.
  4. Enter the phone number of the device you plan to use with Duo Mobile, press Continue.
  5. Follow the online prompts to install Duo Mobile on your device.
screenshot of DUO Mobile Push Screen

Screenshot of DUO Mobile App

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Spot the Phish Contest

This Cybersecurity Awareness Month, any BC Student, Faculty, or Staff member, who reports a suspicious email to phishing@bc.edu will be entered in a raffle to win an iPad (1 entry per person). When you report a phishing or scam email to phishing@bc.edu, not only are you protecting yourself, but you are also helping BC Information Technology Services to block these malicious messages before they affect other members of the BC community.

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