Multifactor Authentication (MFA) Enrollment

Via Mobile Number

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In Visual Guard, the OTP/Link via phone number feature allows users to authenticate themselves through their registered mobile number. When attempting to log in, users can choose to receive an OTP (One-Time Password) or a verification link sent directly to their mobile phone via SMS. This added layer of security ensures that only users with access to the registered phone number can complete the authentication process.This method enhances security by leveraging a second factor of authentication tied to the user’s mobile device.


Step 1: Select the Mobile number option


Step 2: Enter your Mobile Number and select Send SMS


Step 3: Enter the secure code you may have received over the registered phone number and click on Validate


Step 4: You will receive a confirmation message that your enrollment has been done successfully, you can click on Proceed with Authentication to login further or click on  Set up Additional Verification Methods if you want to add more authentication methods.


Step 5: Once your identity is validated, you can return to the application home page. Upon attempting to log in, you will be presented with a screen that offers you the choice of receiving either a link or an OTP (One-Time Password) to your registered phone number for authentication. Select your preferred method and click “Continue” to complete the authentication process successfully.