1. Visit an MSU site or service, such as myState, then sign in with your NetID/NetPassword.
2. At the Welcome to Duo prompt, click Next.
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3. At the Did you know and the What can you do? prompts, click Next.
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4. At the Select an option prompt, click Duo Mobile.
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5. Enter your phone number, click Continue, then confirm if it's correct. If adding a tablet, click I have a tablet.
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Phone
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Tablet
6. Download the Duo Mobile app from the Apple App Store or the Google Play Store, then click Next.
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7. Click one of these options to expand instructions based on the device you're using.
I'm using a computer
1. A QR code and further instructions will be displayed on your screen. NOTE: If the camera on your device does not work, you can click Get an activation link instead.
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2. On your mobile device, open the Duo Mobile app, then tap Continue.
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3. Tap Use QR code. Allow camera access, if prompted.
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4. You'll be prompted to scan the QR code. Hold up your device and point the camera at the code on the screen.
5. After scanning the QR code, enter a name for the account, then tap Save. Your MSU Duo account will be added to your Duo Mobile app.
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6. Once you see the Mississippi State University entry in the app, click Continue on your computer.
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I'm using a phone/tablet
1. On the Open Duo Mobile prompt, tap Continue.
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2. Allow the link to open in the Duo Mobile app, if prompted.
3. Enter a name for the account, then tap Save. Your MSU Duo account will be added to your Duo Mobile app.
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4. Once you see the Mississippi State University entry in the app, tap Continue in your browser.
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You've now successfully activated your MSU Duo account on your device!