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Set up and use an authenticator app for 2-step verification.
Type:
Tutorial
Length:
2 min.
Transcript
00:19
However, Autodesk encourages users to use 2-factor authentication,
00:24
which uses an authenticator application for stronger security and greater convenience.
00:29
If one is not already in use, you can set one up.
00:33
When signing into your Autodesk account, such as when logging in to access a product,
00:38
you are prompted to enter a one-time code sent to your email.
00:43
Enter the code, and then click Next.
00:46
You are asked if you want to skip verification codes next time.
00:51
When using a shared workstation, it is recommended that you choose not to trust this device.
00:58
Once you are signed in, Autodesk recommends upgrading to an authenticator app and indicates the benefits of this method.
01:06
You can choose to set up the authenticator app later, or click Switch now to be guided through the setup process.
01:14
On a mobile device, open your authenticator app, such as Google Authenticator, Microsoft Authenticator, DUO mobile, Authy, et cetera.
01:23
Scan the provided QR code, then follow the prompts to link it to your Autodesk account to complete the setup.
01:32
Then, enter the OTP generated by the app.
01:36
Setup is now complete.
01:39
Now that you are signed in, you are ready to access your Autodesk products.
01:44
The next time you sign in, you will not have to wait for an e-mail OTP.
01:49
When 2-step verification is required, you can use your authenticator app to generate a new code to enter.
01:56
Upgrading to an Authenticator App enhances security while making sign-in faster and more reliable.
Video transcript
00:19
However, Autodesk encourages users to use 2-factor authentication,
00:24
which uses an authenticator application for stronger security and greater convenience.
00:29
If one is not already in use, you can set one up.
00:33
When signing into your Autodesk account, such as when logging in to access a product,
00:38
you are prompted to enter a one-time code sent to your email.
00:43
Enter the code, and then click Next.
00:46
You are asked if you want to skip verification codes next time.
00:51
When using a shared workstation, it is recommended that you choose not to trust this device.
00:58
Once you are signed in, Autodesk recommends upgrading to an authenticator app and indicates the benefits of this method.
01:06
You can choose to set up the authenticator app later, or click Switch now to be guided through the setup process.
01:14
On a mobile device, open your authenticator app, such as Google Authenticator, Microsoft Authenticator, DUO mobile, Authy, et cetera.
01:23
Scan the provided QR code, then follow the prompts to link it to your Autodesk account to complete the setup.
01:32
Then, enter the OTP generated by the app.
01:36
Setup is now complete.
01:39
Now that you are signed in, you are ready to access your Autodesk products.
01:44
The next time you sign in, you will not have to wait for an e-mail OTP.
01:49
When 2-step verification is required, you can use your authenticator app to generate a new code to enter.
01:56
Upgrading to an Authenticator App enhances security while making sign-in faster and more reliable.
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