CalNet 2-Step! For Your Account's Security
What Is 2-Step?
CalNet 2-Step Verification helps ensure that you are the only person who can access your CalNet account, even if someone steals your password. You will log in using your CalNet ID and passphrase, and as a second step, reconfirm your identity using a verification device of your choosing, such as a phone or tablet.
All students, staff, faculty and alumni are required to use CalNet 2-Step. CalNet guests and SIS-Delegates are exempt from the requirement.
How Do I Get Started?
- Set up your smartphone as a verification device (recommended)
- Don't have a smartphone? See other options for 2-Step Devices
Why 2-Step?
Do you think your passphrase alone is enough to keep identity thieves from getting into your account? Think again! You could be at risk of having your passphrase stolen if you:
- click the links in email messages
- download software online
- infrequently change your passphrase
- use the same passphrase for multiple accounts
If an identity thief steals your CalNet ID and passphrase, they can:
- delete your contacts and files
- lurk in your email account to get information about your work
- use your account to get to your personal accounts (bank, credit card, etc.)
- impersonate you to gain access to your contacts’ accounts
- divert your paycheck to themselves
Need Help?
Contact calnet2-stephelp@berkeley.edu.