Register a biometric authenticator

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

    Before you begin

    Role required: none

    Procedure

    1. Navigate to All > Self-Service > My Profile.
    2. Under Related Links, click Multi-factor Authentication.
      The multi-factor authentication page opens.
    3. Click Register biometric authentication.
      MFA Authenticators
    4. Enter a nickname for your authenticator and click Register.
      MFA Biometric setup
    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
      Request for biometric authentication

      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.