Multi-Factor Authentication (MFA) - What devices can I use?

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This article explains what devices you can use to access the University of Maine System's Multi-factor Authentication (MFA). We have listed some devices that we recommend and listed a few that we can support but only in a limited capacity. If your device is not listed or you are unsure if your device will work, please contact the IT Helpdesk.

Detailed Information

Recommended and Fully Supported

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Available with Limited Support

    Apple Watch
    • Requires DuoMobile 3.8 and WatchOS 4.0 or greater.
  • Android Watch
    • Currently works but requires some extra setup. Please see the Duo KB for more information. 
  • Integrated Device Authenticators
    • Android biometrics
      • Android device with biometric hardware and Android OS version 10 or later
      • A supported browser:
        • Chrome 95 or later
        • Firefox 68 or later
    • Mac Touch ID 
    • iOS / iPadOS Touch ID / Face ID
      • Apple devices with iOS / iPadOS 13 or greater.
      • iCloud Keychain & Two-factor authentication on your AppleID
      • A supported browser:
        • Safari 14.5 or later
        • Chrome / Edge 95 or later
        • Firefox 38 or later
    • Windows Hello
      • Windows Hello configured for your desktop user profile
        • Note: Windows Hello is not yet available on University-managed windows devices.
      • A supported browser:
        • Chrome 73 or later
        • Edge 79 or later
        • Firefox 66 or later
      • Note: Windows Hello authentication may be available in "private" or "incognito" browsing sessions.

 

  • USB Security Key
    • WebAuthn/FIDO2 Security Key (Example: Yubico or Feitian)
    • A supported browser (Chrome 70Firefox 60Safari 13, Microsoft Edge 79 or later).
    • Available USB Port directly attached to the system requesting MFA verification.
      • Note: USB security keys typically do not work over a remote desktop connection.

Environment

  • Duo Multi-factor Authentication