As of Wednesday, June 14, 2023, we offer Multi-Factor Authentication (MFA) for all Manzil accounts.
What is MFA?
MFA is a method of authentication where the user is asked to provide two independent credentials in order to verify the user’s identity. We offer the options of email or the use of an Authenticator App. For example, when a user authenticates with their password, and is also required to provide the six-digit code that is sent to their email or authenticator app.
What are the benefits of MFA?
- MFA is an effective way to enhance security. Traditional usernames and passwords can be stolen, and they've become increasingly more vulnerable to malicious activities.
- MFA creates an additional layer of security to help increase the level of confidence that the user requesting access is actually who they claim to be.
- Reports show that applications and identities are the initial targets in 86% of breaches, so it has become a necessity to protect them using a second layer of security.
- With more applications on external cloud infrastructures, MFA will help ensure our assets are better protected.
How to set up MFA for your Manzil profile
1. Login to your Manzil account
2. Click on Profile
3. Scroll down to the Security section of your Profile and click the edit icon
- Choose either the Email or Authenticator option and click Next
4. Confirm the method
4. Finish setup based on the option that you chose
- Email: Set up is complete
- Authenticator: Scan the QR code in your authenticator app, it will show up as ManzilPlatform:[EMAIL], enter the code and click confirm
5. Next time you login to your Manzil account
- Email Authentication: After putting in your password, you will be sent a one-time password to your email and asked to input that, and log in
- Authenticator App: After putting in your password, you will need to put in the 6-digit code generated by your authenticator app, and log in
