
If you have issues completing your MFA authentication and need access to a Laurier system immediately, you can use your emergency login code to temporarily suspend MFA for 24 hours.Įmergency logins codes should only be used when you do not have access to your usual MFA method. Manage Your MFA Suspend MFA in Emergency Situations You can generate new emergency login codes at any time by going to the Laurier MFA Management app.Never share your emergency login codes with anyone.Do not store your emergency login codes on Single Sign-on (SSO)-protected services such as your Laurier email account, as you won't be able to access them without your phone or security key.Store your emergency login codes in a safe, accessible place nearby you, such as your wallet.Securely store your emergency login codes: To send emergency login codes to your personal email, click the "Send Email" button.To print the latest emergency login codes, click the "Print" button.To generate new emergency login codes, click "Generate New Emergency Login Codes.".To view current emergency login codes, click "Get Emergency Login Codes.".
Click the "Get Emergency Login Codes" button and sign in using your Laurier email and password. Emergency Login CodesĮmergency logins codes should only be used when you are in an emergency situation and you forget, lose, or damage your mobile device or security key, or are experiencing an issue with your MFA.Ĭreate and manage your eight-digit emergency login codes: If you prefer a security key and need financial assistance, please submit the MFA Support Form (select the “Providing general feedback” option) and we will connect you with internal resources accordingly. Laurier strives to provide barrier-free access to digital technologies. We recommend the Yubico security key (available for USB-A and USB-C ports). Microsoft provides a list of the security keys that are compatible. This set-up will ensure you have a back-up MFA option available, if needed. It is highly recommended that you set up MFA on at least two devices or set up a minimum of two MFA options (e.g., Microsoft Authenticator App and SMS text messages for example). Security key: A small physical device that can be connected to a device to provide a second factor of authentication. SMS text messages to your mobile phone. Code generated by the Microsoft Authenticator smartphone app (recommended for most MFA users as it offers the best experience).
Registering your device for MFA is easy and will only take a few minutes.