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# Register a biometric authenticator

# Register a biometric authenticator {#ariaid-title1}

* Release version: Yokohama
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* Updated January 30, 2025
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Register a biometric authenticator to use as part of your multi-factor authentication
login.

## Before you begin

Role required: none

## Procedure

1. Navigate to AllSelf-ServiceMy Profile.
2. Under Related Links, click Multi-factor Authentication.  
   The multi-factor authentication page opens.
3. Click Register biometric authentication.  
4. Enter a nickname for your authenticator and click Register.  
5. When prompted, follow the instructions on the screen to authenticate with your biometric authenticator.  
   This message will vary based on your specific authenticator.Figure 1. Example of a biometric authentication request

   After authenticating successfully, you see a confirmation window. Click X to close the confirmation.

## Result

Your biometric authenticator is registered. You can see the biometric authenticator listed on the Multi-factor authentication page.

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