BlueKey Multi-Factor Authentication (MFA): Change Your Default Sign-In Method


As a member of DePaul's community, you have BlueKey login credentials (username@depaul.edu and password) and BlueKey multi-factor authentication (MFA). MFA is a critical tool in the internet security toolbox. By establishing a separate method of authentication, it is more difficult for hackers to break into our systems. MFA can be a bit of a hassle to setup, but this extra step ensures a more secure digital community for DePaul. 

Note: BlueKey MFA uses the Microsoft Authenticator app. If you have a mobile phone, please download this app and login with your BlueKey login credentials. 

BlueKey MFA requires you to select a "Default sign-in method". This is your first choice for authentication. It is highly recommended that all DePaul students, faculty, and staff select "Microsoft Authenticator -notification" as their default. If your mobile phone is handy, this is the easiest and most effective default sign-in method.

Steps to Check or Update Your BlueKey MFA Default Sign-In Method

  1. Navigate to https://bluekey.depaul.edu/multifactor
  2. Select "Security info" from the menu on the left side
  3. Under "Security info", verify your current "Default sign-in method"

  4. For most DePaul students, faculty, and staff (with a mobile phone): If you have a mobile phone, make sure you have the Microsoft Authenticator app. Make sure your default sign-in method is set to “Microsoft Authenticator - notification”. If it isn't, click "Change" and select from the options.

    For DePaul employees without a mobile phone who connect remotely to a Windows PC on campus: If you don't have a mobile phone or the Microsoft Authenticator app, ”Phone - call” is your only option that will work with the Remote Desktop Gateway.

    For DePaul students, faculty, and staff (without a mobile phone): If you don't have a mobile phone and don't connect remotely to a Windows PC on campus, you can choose from the variety or options for your default sign-in method.

  5. Please click the “Change” link to modify your setting.