El Monte Union High School District

Multi-factor authentication (also known as 2-Factor or 2FA) adds a second layer of protection to your Google account. Currently, your Google login is tied to “something you know” (your password). Multi-factor authentication adds the second layer of “something you have” (typically your smartphone, a temporary code, or even a USB security key). You have most likely experienced using two-factor authentication with more secure websites such as online banking and/or e-commerce shopping websites. 

Adding a second form of verification to your district email dramatically decreases the likelihood of your password being compromised. Since your Chromebook can not only store your important data, it can also store your passwords for other websites. It's vitally important that you take this additional step to protect access to your sensitive data.  

Once you complete two-factor authentication on your phone or other devices you will have the option to “remember this device”. From that point forward, Google will not prompt you to perform two-factor authentication unless any of the following reasons occur:

• You are logging in to a new or different technology device with your account that isn't your normal Chromebook
• You are using the device in a new location than you traditionally do such as at home or school. This will occur if the student goes on vacation or is visiting a different physical area with their device. 
• Your device browser cache is cleared.
• Your password has been changed.
• Lastly, you'll be prompted if Google suspects that your account has been breached.

We recommend that all EMUHSD students enable this additional security as soon as possible. This will likely be a requirement in the upcoming school year.