Setup Okta Verify for multifactor authentication (MFA)
When logging in to the Gwinnett Tech student dashboard for the first time you will need to setup multi-factor authentication.
Gwinnett Tech uses the Okta Verify for multifactor authentication (MFA) for students.
To set up Okta Verify you will need a laptop or desktop as well as your mobile device with the Okta Verify app installed. Okta Verify is available on iOS or Android devices including a phone, tablet, or iPad. Okta Verify will work on devices with or without phone service, you only need Wi-Fi.
A QR code specific to your account will be displayed on the desktop or laptop screen as you get to that step in the setup process.
Okta Verify Setup Instructions
- Download and install the Okta
Verify app to your iOS or Android device.
iOS Okta verify download link | Android Okta verify download link
- Go to the Gwinnett Tech dashboard page https://gwinnetttech.edu/dashboard/ on a laptop or desktop computer. Scroll down to the Student section and click the green Dashboard Login button.
- Enter your Gwinnett Tech Student email address, then click the Next button
- Enter your password, then click the Verify button.
- On the Set up security methods
screen click the Setup button under Okta Verify. A QR code specific to
your student account will be displayed on the laptop or desktop screen.
Next grab the mobile device where you installed Okta verify in the first
step.
iOS Okta verify download link | Android Okta verify download link - On your mobile device open the Okta verify app. Click Add Account
- Choose the Organization option
- On the Add account from other device? screen, click Skip
- When you see Do you have your QR code? on your phone screen, scan the QR code on your laptop or desktop screen.
If
prompted, allow push notifications on your device so that you can approve
future sign-in notifications without opening the Okta Verify app. You may also
be given the option to enable face ID, touch ID, or biometrics.
Your Okta Verify account is now setup
.
If you need tech support with anything else, please let us know.
You can send us a message, give us a call, or come see us in person in the front lobby in building 100 on the Lawrenceville campus.
Tech Support desk on campus, hours and location.
Thank you
Student Tech Support
Stuhelpdesk@gwinnetttech.edu | 678-226-6407
https://gwinnetttech.edu/helpdesk
Frequently asked questions can also be found on our webpage.