Learn how to set up and sign in using text codes (SMS) sent to your cell phone. There are four ways to sign in to Sask Polytech using passwords, codes, PINs or touch. Everyone must create a password and will be required to set up a second option at first sign-in. The technical term for this process is called multi-factor authentication (MFA). Having multiple sign-in options provides better password recovery and crucial account security.
⚠️To use text codes (SMS) as a sign-in method a cell phone number is required to receive the codes.
How to sign in using text codes
The next time you sign in to Sask Polytech services, you will be asked to use MFA.
- Enter your user name (in the format username@saskpolytech.ca) and your password.
You will be asked to enter the verification code sent to your mobile phone.
- Enter the verification code as indicated.
- If you do not want to be asked for MFA verification for 7 days, click the checkbox beside Don't ask again for 7 days
- Click Verify.
- Your sign in is now complete, you will be taken to the service you are attempting to sign into.
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To review all your sign-in options, see Changing your Sask Polytech multi-factor authentication sign-in options or Microsoft’s article Change your two-step verification method and settings. To learn more about multi-factor authentication, see Your options to sign in to Sask Polytech.
⚠️You will be prompted to confirm sign-in at least every seven days. Ensure you have your cell phone with you when you are accessing Sask Polytech services. If you will be unable to receive text codes (SMS) due to travel, etc. please set up a different sign-in method through the
Microsoft Authenticator app.
| Requirements |
Audience |
Cause |
| A valid Sask Polytech account, mobile device with SMS messaging. |
Students, employees. |
You are signing in for the first time and/or have not yet set up MFA using text codes (SMS). |