2FA for UKB-RAP

Starting on June 24th 2025, in order to provide additional security for researchers logging onto UKB-RAP, DNAnexus will require that all researchers enable two factor authentication (2FA). After this date this functionality will not be able to be turned off by the user and will be mandatory to sign into UKB-RAP.

If you have not added two factor authentication (2FA) to your UKB-RAP account before June 24th 2025, you will be prompted to set it up when you log in.

What is 2FA?

2FA adds an extra layer of security. After entering your password, you’ll also need to enter a code generated by an authentication application, such as Google Authenticator. This code can only be used once, and will change every 30 seconds.

With two-factor authentication protecting your account, your data will be protected even in the case that both your username and password are stolen

No attacker will be able to access your account without the two-factor authentication code.

How to Set Up 2FA

1. Log onto UKB-RAP

2. Select the account settings menu in the top right corner of the heading.

1. Select account security from the drop down menu

1. Click Enable 2FA and follow the steps to set up a third-party authenticator app.

2. 1. We recommend Google Authenticator (free on iOS and Android). Download from Google Play or the Apple iTunes App Store.

   2. If you don’t use a smartphone, you can use other apps that support the TOTP standard on tablets or computers.

3. After setup, you’ll get backup codes. These can be used if you lose access to your authenticator app.

4. Store them safely.

5. If you lose both your app and backup codes, contact DNAnexus Support.