Multi-Factor Authentication

Multi-factor authentication (MFA) is an authentication method that requires the user to provide two or more verification factors to gain access to a resource. Securing email is important regardless of a user’s level of access, as use of any email address can be profitable for hackers to send ransomware and spam. 

 

The integration of MFA in K-12 education has been a slow build, yet is now a high priority.. Our district and building administrators,as well as a handful of teachers, have been using MFA since 2019. It is now time to expand that usage to best protect our district.

 

To find more information on Google MFA and to set it up before it is required, visit this link.* You can also call the HelpDesk or check with your BLT-C if you have any questions.

 

*If you use Google for a personal email address it is a good idea to set up MFA, but first be sure to configure a recovery phone/email address before adding MFA to your personal account.