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Touch ID, which is available only on Macbook Pros, is a built-in biometric authenticator that uses sensors embedded in the finger pad to verify your identity. 


 First Time Set Up
  1. Launch Chrome (REQUIRED) and log in to the My Cal Poly portal.
  2. Go to the Personal Info tab > Personal Info portlet > Authorized Devices > Multi-factor Authentication > Edit.



  3. Authenticate with Duo.
  4. Once authenticated, click on the Add another device link. 



  5. Select Touch ID and click the Continue button.



  6. Begin Touch ID enrollment by clicking the Continue button. A pop-up window will prompt you to enroll. If you don't see a pop-up window, you may need to temporarily adjust your browser settings to allow one.



  7. Tap or touch your computer's built-in biometric authenticator or security key to verify your identity.





  8. Allow duosecurity.com to connect to Touch ID by clicking the Allow button.



  9. Touch ID is now added to your Duo account.


 Use Touch ID
  1. Log in to the My Cal Poly portal.
  2. When you are prompted to authenticate, under Device, select Touch ID.
  3. Click the Use Touch ID button to authenticate.



  4. Tap or touch your computer's built-in biometric authenticator or security key to verify your identity.
  5. Once your identity is verified, your Cal Poly account will be authenticated.



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