Authenticating to Okta Using Okta SMS Authentication (MFA)

Authenticating to Okta Using Okta SMS Authentication

Multifactor authentication (MFA) provides an additional layer of security for your applications by adding another factor to the sign on process.

This describes how to sign on to Okta using SMS as the second factor.

1. Signing on to Okta Using SMS Authentication

In the Address bar, type the name of your company Okta organization, trojanbattery.okta.com

2. Sign In

Type your company issued credentials and click Sign In. On the Set up multifactor authentication screen, click Setup.

3. Provide Your Phone Number

On the SMS screen, type your phone number.

4. Code Verification

Click Send code. Type the SMS code received to your mobile device, into the Receive a code via SMS to

authenticate screen on your computer and click Verify.