2-step verification is a security policy enforced by the university. Gmail will give users a grace period of about two weeks after their account is created to set up 2-step verification. Please see the instructions below on how to enroll in 2-step verification.

If your account is locked, please contact the help desk at [email protected] with your csp email, name, and L# or home address for verification purposes.

How to Enroll in 2-Step Verification (recommended)

1. Open your Google Account.
2. In the navigation panel, select Security.
3. Under “How you sign in to Google,” select 2-Step Verification  Get started.
4. Follow the on-screen steps.

We recommend setting up using a verification code sent to your phone via text or call, but other verification methods are available. 

Other Verification Methods

You can set up other verification methods in case you:

1. Want increased protection against phishing
2. Can’t get Google prompts
3. Lose your phone

Other options available are:

1. Backup codes
2. Security Keys
3. Google Authenticator and other verification apps
4. Google prompt

For more information about these methods, click here.