How do I add a text (SMS) contact method in Canvas as a student?

If your institution allows you to add other communication channels, you may be able to add a text or Short Message Service (SMS) communication channel to receive Multi-Factor Authentication (MFA) codes (if enabled for your account) on your cellular device. Text or SMS channels appear under the Other Contacts sidebar heading.

• Standard text message rates may apply.
• SMS is only used for Multi-Factor Authentication (if enabled for your account).
• If notifications are not enabled by your institution or are not available in your country, you can use the Canvas Student app and receive push notifications.
• MFA is exclusively available for users in the United States.

Open User Settings

In Global Navigation, click the Account link [1], then click the Settings link [2].

Add Contact Method

In the Other Contacts section, click the Add Contact Method link.

Register SMS: United States

If you are in the United States, enter your 10-digit cell phone number [1], and click the Register SMS button [2].

Note: SMS is only used for Multi-Factor Authentication (if enabled for your account).

Confirm SMS Number

Check your cell phone for a confirmation code from canvas. Enter the code into the text field [1]. To resend the confirmation again, click the Re-Send Confirmation link [2]. Click the Confirm button [3].

Delete SMS

To delete the contact method, click the Delete icon.