Mandatory use of Two-Factor Authentication (2FA) by the end of 2025
Act now – activate 2FA and protect your TU ID and TU Darmstadt.
2025/11/17
Cyber attacks on universities are increasing significantly. 2FA provides reliable protection against unauthorised access and is a key component of IT security at TU Darmstadt.
Even a single compromised account can put research data, teaching materials or personal information (see HRZ News from 20.10.2025). With 2FA, you secure your data and help protect the entire university.
We therefore ask you to activate 2FA for your TU ID by the end of 2025 if you have not already done so.
This measure is a requirement of the central information security department at TU Darmstadt (InfoSec) , and complies with the requirements of the Hessischer Beauftragter für Datenschutz und Informationsfreiheit (HBDI, i.e. the Commissioner for Data Protection and Freedom of Information of Hesse) and the University Council.
By introducing mandatory 2FA, we are working together to protect:
- our accounts and systems,
- our data and research results,
- and the digital security of the entire university.
You will find all the necessary detailed information and instructions on our websites:
Information page:
Here we continuously provide you with the latest information.
Instruction page:
Setting up 2FA with explanatory video and step-by-step instructions as well as FAQs.
HRZ IT Support:
If you have any questions or need assistance, our IT support team will be happy to help.
