It is your choice! Please note that the Duo Mobile Push Approval method required an active internet connection on your enrolled device. This may require Wi-Fi or a valid Data Plan for the Duo Mobile Push Approval method to work properly.

In the case that you do not have an active internet connection, the Help Desk recommends utilizing the DUO Mobile Generate Passcodes method to authenticate. 

 

Methods	Benefits	Disadvantages
Duo Mobile Push Approval	This is the best primary device for most people. Use your smartphone or tablet to get an approval notification when you login through the Duo Mobile App. Thanks to its simplicity and reliability, all it takes is a single tap.	This requires the use of your personal device, and requires an active internet connection. You will need to download the Duo Mobile App on your enrolled device. This may not be viable if you work somewhere that does not allow personal devices, like a testing center or corrections facility.
Duo Mobile Generated Passcodes	This is a great secondary method if you do not have an internet connection on your device. It allows you to generate a code you can use to login from the Duo Mobile App.	This requires the use of your personal device. This may not be viable if you work somewhere that does not allow personal devices, like a testing center or corrections facility.

 

To view other available authentication methods, please view the list of Two-step Login with Duo Authentication Methods.