Connect a Yubikey with Your LUNA Account

What is a security key?

A Yubikey, or security key, is a small physical device used to help protect your LUNA account. It provides an extra layer of protection by confirming your identity during the sign-in process using a physical device you have with you. Unlike authentication methods that require you to rely on a phone notification or code, a Yubikey requires you to physically insert and tap the key during sign-in.

security keys are typically inserted into a USB slot on your computer or phone. Some support Near Field Communication (NFC) which is similar to tap-to-pay. If your smartphone supports NFC, you can sign in directly on your device by holding the key against your phone.

Where do I get a security key?

Yubikey is the type of security key that is supported for use with La Salle accounts. 

To purchase a YubiKey, please visit the Yubico store.

How do I set up my Yubikey?

  1. Go to https://mysignins.microsoft.com/security-info and log in.
  2. Under My Account, select Security info.
  3. On the Security Info page, click +Add sign-in method.
  4. Add a sign-in method by selecting the Passkey option from the list.
  5. In the "Sign in faster with your face, fingerprint, or PIN" prompt click Next.
  6. In the Windows Security "Save your passkey" box, click Change.
  7. In the "Choose where to save your passkey" box, click Security Key.
  8. When prompted, insert your security key into your computer's USB port.
  9. Create a PIN for the Yubikey. Do not share your PIN and choose a number that will not be easy to guess. Your PIN protects access to your device, passkeys, and other sensitive information and should be safeguarded.
  10. When prompted, touch your security key.
  11. In the Windows Security "Save your passkey" box, enter your Security Key PIN, then click OK.
  12. In the "Let's name your passkey" box, enter a memorable name for your passkey, then click Next.
  13. In the "Passkey created" box, click Done. You will now see your security key listed in your available devices along with the name you selected for it.
  14. To change your default sign-in method to your security key, in the Default sign-in method section, select Change.
  15. On the Change default method screen, select App based authentication or hardware token-code.
  16. Select Confirm.

You have successfully completed the steps to add a security key to your account and set the security key as your primary sign-in method. If this is the only sign-in method for your account, we recommend adding a second one on a different device. Note that there are some University applications that may not support passkeys.

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