FIDO2 provides NHSmail users with an additional MFA option. Once set up, an additional MFA method will bypass prompts for the core MFA options (i.e., authenticator app, text, desk phone). FIDO2 authentication enables password-only logins to be replaced with secure and fast login experiences

FIDO2 is available as an option for multi-factor authentication (MFA) to NHSmail users. This gives users a secure way of logging in to systems and applications. This article provides all the information users need for getting started with FIDO2 security tokens.

This article contains frequently asked questions about FIDO2, including guidance around getting started and using FIDO2 for authentication to access NHSmail systems and applications.

FIDO2 is available as an additional option for multi-factor authentication (MFA) to NHSmail users. Once set up, the FIDO2 MFA method will bypass prompts for the core MFA options (i.e., authenticator app, text, desk phone).