What is a U2F Key?

Our two-factor authentication platform supports security keys, offering secure login approvals resistant to phishing attacks combined with the one-tap convenience you're already used to with Duo Push.

A security key plugs into your USB port and when tapped or when the button is pressed it sends a signed response back to Duo to validate your login. Duo uses the U2F and WebAuthn authentication standards to interact with your security keys.

Enrolling your Security Key

If you would like to add your security key as another option:

1. Go to go.ncsu.edu/duoenroll.
2. Sign in with your Unity ID and password if you're being brought to the Shibboleth login screen.
   
   1. If you're already signed in you'll be brought to the Duo Login screen.
3. At Choose an authentication method select Enter a Passcode or Send me a Push.
4. At My Settings and Devices select Add another device.
5. Select Security Key.
   
   
   
   
6. Select Continue and this screen should appear:
   
   
   
   
7. Depending on your security key model, you'll need to tap, insert, or press a button on your device to proceed.
8. You will then see Success! and the Security Key will now show up on your list of devices.