Multi-factor authentication (MFA)

MFA is a fast, easy and secure access to Goldsmiths IT services off-campus.

Goldsmiths uses multi-factor authentication (MFA) for staff signing in to services including email, Teams, Goldmine and Library.

This greatly improves the security of our systems and protects them against cyber-attackers trying to steal data or bring down our systems.

Sections

What MFA is, how it works and why we are using it at Goldsmiths.

How to install and link the Microsoft Authenticator app - the recommended method for quickly signing in.

We recommend you have a second method for authenticating your sign in.

What to do if you require someone else to access your account or have access needs.

What to do if you lose your phone or want to change to a different device or method.

Help with using the Microsoft Authenticator app in China on Android phones.