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All students, employees must install Okta Verify soon; don’t delete Duo Mobile yet - West Virginia University
Okta
September 03, 2025
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West Virginia University mandates Okta Verify installation while maintaining Duo Mobile during transition West Virginia University is requiring all students and employees to install Okta Verify as part of a migration from Duo Mobile for authentication purposes. The university is implementing a phased transition approach, advising users not to delete Duo Mobile until the migration is complete. This shift represents a broader move toward consolidating identity and access management tools on the Okta platform. The transition period allows users time to familiarize themselves with the new authentication method while maintaining access through the existing Duo Mobile application during the changeover.
Key Takeaways
- arrow_right_alt WVU is transitioning from Duo Mobile to Okta Verify for multi-factor authentication across campus.
- arrow_right_alt Users are instructed to install Okta Verify but retain Duo Mobile until the migration is fully complete.
- arrow_right_alt The phased approach provides a transition period for students and employees to adapt to the new authentication system.
- arrow_right_alt This consolidation reflects Okta's broader strategy of integrating acquired authentication solutions into its platform.