Third-Party Telephony Provider Requirement for the Okta Verify "Text me a link" Option
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Okta Identity Engine
Multi-Factor Authentication
Overview
When users register a new device in Okta, they can select the Text me a link option to receive the Okta Verify setup link directly on their mobile phone via Short Message Service (SMS). Administrators do not need to configure a third-party telephony provider to use this specific feature, as it relies exclusively on the built-in Okta telephony service.
Applies To
- Okta Identity Engine (OIE)
- Telephony Inline Hook
- Short Message Service (SMS)
- Multi-Factor Authentication (MFA)
Solution
Is a third-party telephony provider required for the Okta Verify Text me a link option?
No third-party telephony configuration is required for this specific feature. The Text me a link option used during Okta Verify device registration relies exclusively on the built-in Okta telephony service. Administrators do not need to configure or integrate an external, third-party telephony provider to utilize this registration setup link functionality.
