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HOMEPAGE Complete Identity Security & MFA Solutions | Cisco Duo (https://duo.com)
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Complete Identity Security & MFA Solutions | Cisco Duo

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Duo Security offers solutions to protect organizations from identity threats. Explore Duo identity security, phishing-resistant MFA, and other solutions.

H1 Identity is in crisis.Duo is the cure.
H2 Phishing season is over
H2 Agents secured. Data protected.
H2 No phishing. No friction.
H2 Secure identity. No disruptions.
H2 See more. Stop more. Stay safe.
H2 Seamless and secure
H2 For teams of every size
H2 SMB
H2 Enterprise
H2 Government
H2 Simple to set up, easy to use
H2 Trusted by industry leaders
H2 Cisco Systems is a 2026 Customers’ Choice for the Access Management market on Gartner Peer Insights™ based on reviews submitted for Cisco Duo.
H2 Ready to secure your organization?
H2 Products
H2 Solutions
H2 PARTNERSHIPS
H2 Support
H2 Docs & Resources
H2 PRICING
H2 Company
H2 Download our app
H3 Start your free trial
H3 Compare editions
H3 Contact sales
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Find quick answers in Duo Security’s support center. Access documentation, deployment guides, or contact our support experts directly for assistance.

H1 Duo is here to help
H2 Are you a student, employee, or general user looking for help?
H2 Are you a Duo administrator looking for help?
H2 Need additional admin support?
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H2 Products
H2 Solutions
H2 PARTNERSHIPS
H2 Support
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H2 Company
H2 Download our app
H3 End user guide
H3 How to reactivate Duo Mobile
H3 Helpful resources
H3 Troubleshooting Duo Push notification issues on iOS devices
H3 What do I do if I’m locked out of social media or a third-party account?
H3 Troubleshooting Duo Push notification issues on Android devices
H3 Access Duo’s blog
H3 Getting started guide
H3 Free trial onboarding
H3 Deployment guide
H3 Integrations
H3 Demo video
H3 Product demos
H3 Resource hub
H3 Knowledge base
H3 Docs
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Explore Duo’s editions and pricing. Try Duo free for 30 days and choose the plan that fits your identity security needs.

H1 Compare Duo editions and pricing
H2 Duo Free
H2 Duo Essentials
H2 Duo Advantage
H2 Duo Premier
H2 See how Duo editions stack up
H2 Products
H2 Solutions
H2 PARTNERSHIPS
H2 Support
H2 Docs & Resources
H2 PRICING
H2 Company
H2 Download our app
H3 FreeFor 1-10 users
H3 Essentials
H3 AdvantageMost popular
H3 Premier
H4 Explore editions
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Explore the Duo MSP program, which is built for easy user management, effortless scalability, and flexible pay-as-you-go pricing that reduces overall cost.

H1 Your clients. Our protection.
H2 Why Duo MSP
H2 Grow your business with Duo
H2 Role-based access controls
H2 Secure MSP Center
H2 Get started quickly with great documentation
H2 Download Duo brand materials
H2 Access Duo knowledge base
H2 Cisco Systems is a 2026 Customers’ Choice for the Access Management market on Gartner Peer Insights™ based on reviews submitted for Cisco Duo.
H2 FAQs
H2 Find out if Duo is right for your business
H2 Dive deeper into Duo resources for MSPs
H2 Explore resources related to Duo's Managed Service Providers (MSPs)
H2 Ready to join Duo’s MSP program?
H2 Products
H2 Solutions
H2 PARTNERSHIPS
H2 Support
H2 Docs & Resources
H2 PRICING
H2 Company
H2 Download our app
H4 Schedule a demo of the Duo MSP Program
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HOMEPAGE (https://duo.com) Complete Identity Security & MFA Solutions | Cisco Duo
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[H1] Identity is in crisis.Duo is the cure.

Duo flips the script on identity with security-first IAM that attackers hate and users love.

Free sign up

Security-first IAM

[H2] Phishing season is over

Unleash phishing-resistant MFA with Duo—the only IAM solution built for security.

Learn how we stop users from taking the bait

Agentic IAM

Phishing-resistant MFA

Duo Directory

Identity Intelligence

Agentic IAM

Phishing-resistant MFA

Duo Directory

Identity Intelligence

[H2] Agents secured. Data protected.

To unlock the benefits of the agentic AI era, trust must be established between humans and agents. Duo’s Agentic IAM extends formidable zero trust tenets to agentic workforce.

Explore Duo Agentic IAM

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[H2] No phishing. No friction.

Attackers are evading traditional MFA, SSO, and Identity and Access Management (IAM). So we redefined the category to keep users safe. No extra hardware required.

Learn about end-to-end phishing resistance

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[H2] Secure identity. No disruptions.

Use Duo as a full IAM solution or broker secure access from identity sources you already have. Either way, establish consistent security control with Duo.

Learn more about Duo Directory

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[H2] See more. Stop more. Stay safe.

Know who’s logging in, what’s risky, and what to do next. Cisco Identity Intelligence gives you the power to act before threats become problems.

Explore our unified identity intelligence

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[H2] Seamless and secure

There’s no cutting corners when it comes to security. Cisco Duo goes beyond multi-factor-authentication (MFA), saves your team time, and easily integrates into your team’s workflow.

$500k
in annual IT savings1

As observed in Cisco + Duo case study, as a result of reduced IT helpdesk costs.

>99%
onboarded without IT help2

Source: Cisco + Duo Case Study 2025

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[H2] For teams of every size

From growing startups to established enterprises, Duo helps streamline access and provide tailored security needs to fit your business.

Find your solution

[H2] SMB

Flexible protection for growing teams. Phishing-resistant multi-factor authentication (MFA), single sign-on (SSO), and additional safeguards help you stay ahead of evolving threats.

Explore solutions for small to medium sized businesses

[H2] Enterprise

Scalable identity security for teams that need more comprehensive protection. Streamline identity management for every device.

Learn more about enterprise solutions

[H2] Government

For the strictest safety standards, stay ahead of evolving threats with Duo’s advanced tools to protect confidential data.

Find solutions for local and federal government

[H2] Simple to set up, easy to use

Duo takes the guesswork out of security and reduces friction so your team can focus their time on moving your business forward.

Get started with a free trial

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[H2] Trusted by industry leaders

See why businesses rely on Duo to simplify access, enhance security, and deliver peace of mind no matter the team’s size. Here’s what customers are saying.

See why customers choose Duo

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Our rollout was surprisingly quick. All the training and onboarding material was right there. We just downloaded it, added our banner, and sent it to our users. We had roughly 1,000 employees onboarded, registered, and using the product in less than 30 days. It was one of our fastest rollouts.

Read the customer story

Mark Rodrigue

Senior Network Engineer, Room & Board

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Duo has proven to be one of those rare solutions that both improves the security of our company while simultaneously being easier for our employees to use.

Read the customer story

Mike Johnson

Former CISO, Lyft

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When we roll a technology out to users, we want to enable as much self-service as possible—not generate more help desk calls. Users shouldn’t have to wait for IT.

Read the customer story

Christopher Martin

Manager of Identity and Access Security, AmeriGas

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[H2] Cisco Systems is a 2026 Customers’ Choice for the Access Management market on Gartner Peer Insights™ based on reviews submitted for Cisco Duo.

Download the report

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[H2] Ready to secure your organization?

Experience for yourself why Duo is one of the most trusted access management tools. Try it for free, explore editions, and connect with security experts.

[H3] Start your free trial

See why Duo is the leader in identity security.

[H3] Compare editions

Find out which edition is right for your organization.

[H3] Contact sales

Connect with our sales team and learn more.

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SUB-PAGE (https://duo.com/support/) Duo Support: User and Admin Resources | Cisco Duo
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Resources for administrators

Resources for Duo users

Resources for administrators

[H2] Are you a student, employee, or general user looking for help?

If you can’t find an answer to your question in our self-service resources, please work directly with your admin to get assistance. Only the team responsible for implementing Duo is authorized to help you enroll, activate, re-activate, or troubleshoot Duo-related issues. Contact your admin for additional support.

Download Duo mobile for iOS

Download Duo mobile for Android

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[H3] End user guide

Learn about enrollment, authentication prompts, adding devices, and more.

Read Duo’s guide

[H3] How to reactivate Duo Mobile

There are multiple options to reactivate Duo Mobile.

Learn how to reactivate on mobile

[H3] Helpful resources

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[H3] Troubleshooting Duo Push notification issues on iOS devices

Troubleshoot on iOS

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[H3] What do I do if I’m locked out of social media or a third-party account?

Read more about getting locked out

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[H3] Troubleshooting Duo Push notification issues on Android devices

Troubleshoot on Android

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[H3] Access Duo’s blog

Check out our blog

[H2] Are you a Duo administrator looking for help?

Are you managing Duo on behalf of your organization? If so, we've got these useful step-by-step resources to help you optimize your account.

[IMG: Focused professional with glasses reviewing Duo documentation and searching the knowledge base on a desktop monitor.]

[H3] Getting started guide

Get started with Duo Security

[H3] Free trial onboarding

Get this quick guide to set up your trial

[H3] Deployment guide

Download Duo Deployment best practices

[H3] Integrations

See how to setup your app integrations

[H3] Demo video

Watch the on-demand demo

[H3] Product demos

View interactive demos

[H3] Resource hub

[H3] Knowledge base

Get answers to frequently asked questions

Access Duo’s knowledge base

[H3] Docs

Review our comprehensive product documentation

Review Duo documentation

[H3] Help desk

Learn how to address common user concerns

Access the help desk guide

[H3] Community forums

Connect with and learn from Duo administrators and security pros

Learn from peers and experts

[H3] End user education communication templates

Access communication templates

[H3] Guide to promoting Duo Push with users

Download Duo Push guide

[H3] Popular resources

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[H3] Release notes

Stay up to date on new features and product changes.

Access Duo release notes

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[H3] Policy guide

A variety of content to help you better understand and implement Duo policies.

Read Duo’s policy guide

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[H3] Guide to business continuity preparedness

Learn how your applications will respond to outages.

Review Duo’s continuity guide

[H2] Need additional admin support?

Get the help you need, when you need it. Check out the resources below and reach out to a member of our support team.

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[H3] Support options

[H3] File a case

Initiate a case by clicking on the Support Panel in the sidebar of your admin dashboard.

Open case

[H3] Send an email

Give a brief explanation of the issue you are facing, and we will get back to you!

Email us

[H3] Call support

Use your regional support number as listed below to talk to a live agent.

Contact Duo by phone

[H3] Standard support

- 9am-5pm Monday-Friday for all issues- 24 hours, 7 days a week for critical and high severity issues

[H3] Signature support hours

24 hours, 7 days a week, 365 days a year for all issues* *For the holidays listed below, one or more of our regional teams may be unavailable. On those dates, we offer 24x7x365 for critical and high-severity issues only

[H3] How quickly will Duo get back to me?

The response depends on criticality:

[H3] Low

No impact on the customer's business operations. The customer requests information about features, implementation, or configuration for Cisco's hardware, software, or as a service product.Response:1 business dayBusiness impact:Minimal-to-noneWhat should you do?

Send an email

[H3] Medium

Minimal impact on the customer's business operations. Cisco hardware, software or as a service product is partially degraded.Response:4 business hoursBusiness impact:Medium-to-lowWhat should you do?

Send an email

[H3] High

Substantial impact on the customer's business operation. Cisco hardware, software or as a service product is degraded.Response:2 business hoursBusiness impact:High, users may be unable to access applicationsDuo Care customers:Call Duo support directly listed below or

Send an email

[H3] Critical

Critical impact on the customer's business operations. Cisco's hardware, software or as a service product is down.Response:1 business hourBusiness impact:High, outage prevents access to applicationsWhat should you do?Call support directly on the number listed below

[H3] Contact Duo by phone

Are you a Duo subscription administrator? Contact a member of our team from one of the numbers listed below, depending on your country.

Australia

(1800) 316 751

Belgium

08 002 67 84

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+1 800 553 2447

Denmark

8025 4630

France

0805 08 43 26

Germany

0800 700 4550

Hong Kong

800 963 873

India

000 800 040 4882

Indonesia

007-803-011-5126

Japan

0066 33 814961

Malaysia

1800 813 191

Netherlands

0800 022 3681

Norway

800 13464

Philippines

800 1114 3071

Singapore

800 120 6307

Spain

900 839 077

Taiwan

00801 139 185

United States

(866) 760-4247

United Kingdom

0800 3585 315

[H2] Holiday closures

United States 2026

January 1, 2026 - New Year's Day
January 19, 2026 - Martin Luther King Jr. Day
May 25, 2026 - Memorial Day
June 19, 2026 - Juneteenth
July 4, 2026 - Independence Day
September 7, 2026 - Labor Day
November 11, 2026 - Veterans Day
November 26, 2026 - Thanksgiving Day
November 27, 2026 - Thanksgiving Day - day after
December 25, 2026 - Christmas Day
January 1, 2027 - New Year's Day

United Kingdom 2026

1 January 2026 - New Year's Day
3 April 2026 - Good Friday
6 April 2026 - Easter Monday
5 May 2026 - Early May Bank holiday
26 May 2026 - Spring Bank holiday
25 August 2026 - Summer Bank holiday
25 December 2026 - Christmas Day
26 December 2026 - Boxing Day
1 January 2027 - New Year's Day

Australia 2026

1 January 2026 - New Year's Day
26 January 2026 - Australia Day
3 April 2026 - Good Friday
4 April 2026 - Easter Saturday
5 April 2026 - Easter Sunday
6 April 2026 - Easter Monday
25 April 2026 - ANZAC Day
27 April 2026 - ANZAC Day (Observed)
8 June 2026 - King's Birthday
5 October 2026 - Labour Day
25 December 2026 - Christmas Day
26 December 2026 - Boxing Day
28 December 2026 - Additional public holiday for Boxing Day
1 January 2027 - New Year's Day

Japan 2026

1 January 2026 - New Year's Day
12 January 2026 - Coming of Age Day
11 February 2026 – National Foundation Day
23 February 2026 - Emperor's Birthday
22 March 2026 - Vernal Equinox
29 April 2026 - Showa Day
3 May 2026 - Constitution Memorial Day
4 May 2026 – Greenery Day
5 May 2026 - Children's Day
6 May 2026 - Substitute Holiday
20 July 2026 - Marine Day
11 August 2026 - Mountain Day
21 September 2026 - Respect for The Aged Day
22 September 2026 – National Holiday
23 September 2026 - Autumnal Equinox
12 October 2026 - Sports Day
3 November 2026 - Culture Day
23 November 2026 - Labor Thanksgiving Day
1 January 2027 – New Year’s Day

Mexico 2026

1 January 2026 - New Year's Day
2 February 2026 - Constitution Day
16 March 2026 - Benito Juarez's Birthday
2 April 2026 - Holy Thursday
3 April 2026 - Good Friday
5 April 2026 - Easter Sunday
1 May 2026 - Labor Day
16 September 2026 - Independence Day
16 November 2026 - Revolution Day
24 December 2026 – Christmas Eve
25 December 2026 - Christmas Day
31 December 2026 - New Year's Eve

India 2026

1 January 2026 - New Year's Day
15 January 2026 - Pongal/Makar Sankranti
26 January 2026 – Republic Day
3 March 20206 - Holi
19 March 2026 - Ugadi/Gudi Padwa
3 April 2026 - Good Friday
1 May 20206 - May Day
28 May 2026 - Bakrid**
14 September 20206 - Ganesh Chaturthi
2 October 2026 - Gandhi Jayanthi
21 October 2026 - Dussera (Vijayadashami)
11-20 October 2026 - Deepavali (Balipadyame)
25 December 2026 – Christmas
1 January 2027 - New Year's Day

Portugal 2026

1 January 2026 - New Year's Day
17 February 2026 - Carnival day
3 April 2026 - Good Friday
5 April 2026 - Easter Sunday
25 April 2026 - Liberty Day
1 May 2026 - Labor Day
4 June 2026 - Corpus Christi
10 June 2026 – Portugal Day
24 June 2026 - St. John's Day
5 October 2026 - Republic Day
1 December 2026 – Restoration of Independence
8 December 2026 - Feast of the Immaculate Conception
25 December 2026 - Christmas Day
1 January 2027 - New Year's Day

[H2] Support offerings

Duo has a wide range of support offerings to fit your needs. Whether you need hands-on guidance, further troubleshooting, or quick-start assistance, our support team is here to help.

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[H3] Duo Solution Attached Services (SAS)

Duo Solution Attached Services (SAS) provides year-round expert consulting and direct, hands-on keyboard implementation to achieve faster time to value and reduce deployment risk.

Learn more about Duo SAS

[H3] Duo Care Signature

Our support team can help with implementation, maintenance, and more—so you can focus on your business.

Learn more about Duo Care

[H3] Enhanced Support

Enhanced support for Duo ensures you’re getting more from Duo—for the entire length of your contract.

Learn more about Enhanced support

[H3] Duo Quick Start

Get 60 days of expert advice from our trusted deployment advisors and leave the stress of getting started behind!

Connect with Duo Quick Start
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SUB-PAGE (https://duo.com/editions-and-pricing/) Editions and Pricing | Cisco Duo
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[H1] Compare Duo editions and pricing

Simplified identity security starts here.

30-day free trial

Activate in minutes

Modify your plan at any time

Pay with credit card

Start your free trial

Ready to buy now?

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[H2] Duo Free
Best for small businesses with 10 or fewer users.
$0 per user/month

Add up to 10 users

Strong MFA

Seamless integrations

Free authenticator app

Explore Duo Free

[H2] Duo Essentials
Best for simple security management and seamless authentication.
$3 per user/month
Everything in Free, plus:

Duo Directory

Phishing-resistant MFA

Complete passwordless authentication

Single sign-on

Trusted Endpoints

Unlimited applications

Explore Duo Essentials

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[H2] Duo Advantage
Best for dynamic threat detection, oversight, and authentication.
$6 per user/month
Everything in Essentials, plus:

Cisco Identity Intelligence (Cross-identity visibility, ISPM, and ITDR)

Duo Passport

Session theft protection

Active Directory Defense

Risk-Based Authentication

Explore Duo Advantage

[H2] Duo Premier
Best for comprehensive identity security with complete device trust.
$9 per user/month
Everything in Advantage, plus:

A comprehensive package for complete Zero Trust access

VPN-less remote access to private resources

Complete device trust with endpoint protection check

Explore Duo Premier

Start your free 30-day trial. Activate in minutes.

Try Duo for free

[H2] See how Duo editions stack up

Want to do more research?Read our edition sheet for a closer look at each edition.

[H3] FreeFor 1-10 users

$0/mo
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[H3] Essentials

$3/mo
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[H3] AdvantageMost popular

$6/mo
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$9/mo
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MFAProtect against stolen credentials and account takeover with Duo MFA

Duo DirectoryUtilize Duo as the primary source of truth for user directory, authorization, and attribute management

Phishing-resistant MFAAchieve phishing resistance by verifying the access and authentication devices are in close proximity at login

Complete PasswordlessAuthenticate securely and eliminate passwords entirely using Duo Mobile and FIDO2

AI AssistantInvestigate and remediate user access issues and find configuration and administration guidance

Single Sign-OnLog in only once to access multiple applications with Duo SSO

Unlimited ApplicationsSecure access to any number of applications, whether cloud-based, on-premises, or custom

Trusted EndpointsCheck if device is registered or managed before allowing access

Duo PassportImprove productivity without compromising security by making the first login the only login

Session Theft ProtectionMitigate the risk of session hijacking and token theft by significantly reducing or eliminating the use of stealable cookies

Device HealthCheck device security posture before granting access. Provide visibility into security health of devices trying to gain access

Risk-Based AuthenticationDynamically adjusts authentication requirements in real time based on risk signals

Cross-identity Visibility and AnalyticsGain unified visibility and AI-driven analytics across diverse identity sources

Identity Threat Detection and Response (ITDR)Detect, analyze, and respond to identity-based threats, both proactively and reactively

Identity Security and Posture Management (ISPM)Identify gaps, vulnerabilities, and inconsistencies in identity posture and receive impact and remediation recommendations

Active Directory DefenseClean-up & protect on-premises identity with deep AD visibility, intelligent posture management, and MFA for legacy authentication protocols

Remote AccessSecurely access private resources without a VPN using Duo Network Gateway

Security Agent VerificationLimit device access to applications based on presence of an endpoint protection product

Agentic Identity & Access Management*Gain visibility into AI Agents in your environment—then govern them, map them to humans, and implement tightly-scoped access policy for them.*Feature currently in alpha testing

[H4] Explore editions

Free
Essentials
Advantage
Premier

Duo offers self-service subscriptions for the convenience of self-managing editions and user limits. For under 100 users, Duo licenses are purchased in increments of 10. For over 100 users, Duo licenses are purchased in increments of 25. Learn more about managing your Duo self-service subscription.
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SUB-PAGE (https://duo.com/partnerships/managed-service-providers/) Duo MSP: Scalable and Easy-to-Set Up Security | Cisco Duo
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[H1] Your clients. Our protection.

Duo's Managed Service Provider (MSP) program delivers security solutions that are simple to set up and can easily scale with your organization.

Manage all users in one place

Quick and easy setup

Pay-as-you go pricing that scales with you

Low TCO and faster ROI

Become a partner

Schedule a demo

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[H2] Why Duo MSP

Duo’s MSP program enables partners to utilize Duo’s cloud-based solutions without the need for physical agents. MSPs can quickly secure customer environments while ensuring only trusted users and devices access critical applications.

[H2] Grow your business with Duo

Duo's MSP Program provides easy-to-set-up security solutions that scale with your growing business. Your success is our success.

Role-based access

Secure MSP center

Documentation

Brand materials

Help center

Role-based access

Secure MSP center

Documentation

Brand materials

Help center

[H2] Role-based access controls

Improve efficiency without compromising security. Simplify your multi-tenant management with new role-based controls and access tagging.

Learn more about role-based access controls

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[H2] Secure MSP Center

Interested in selling other SaaS-security products? Check out Secure MSP Center, our direct buying model for Umbrella and Secure Endpoint.

Visit Cisco’s Secure MSP Center

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[H2] Get started quickly with great documentation

Duo supports a wide range of devices and applications. Visit this page for detailed documentation, installation, and configuration information

Get expert guidance

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[H2] Download Duo brand materials

No matter the scale, we’ve got the materials to help you sell Duo, including training materials and collateral, and sales enablement resources.

Access Duo brandfolder

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[H2] Access Duo knowledge base

Need some help? Find all the answers to resolve your issue in our Duo Help Center.

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I was blown away with the simplicity of Duo’s MSP program. They removed all the upfront expenses and commitments that prohibit newer MSPs from partnering with a vendor… Duo’s product is so easy to use that it didn’t require a large engineering investment to get up to speed.

Read the full case study

Michael Piekarski

Director of Cybersecurity, Arraya Solutions

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[H2] FAQs

Reach out to your partner manager with any questions related to the MSP program or your multi-tenant console

Email partner manager

Find MSP support

What is the difference between an MSP Duo Account and a regular Duo Commercial Account?

The MSP Duo Account you receive as a partner offers multi-tenancy so you can manage your client accounts easily. Other than this, the account types have the same features/functionality across all editions.

Do I have access to a Partner Account team after I've signed up?

Yes. You will be aligned with a Partner Account Manager, who has access to Business Development and Technical resources to ensure you're getting the most out of your partnership with Duo.

Are there any initial barriers to becoming an MSP Partner?

Nope! Partnerships with the Duo MSP Program are free and do not require any sales commitments or minimums. There are also no special certifications required to participate.

Does the MSP Partner Program offer both monthly and annual billing options?

Our program bills monthly, based on the total number of billable users in your console at the end of each month.

Where do I find resources to train my team? Who can I contact if I have additional questions?

As a Duo MSP Partner, you can reach out to your Partner Manager or email msp@cisco.com for assistance.
Not quite ready to become a partner? You can reach out to our team at mspsdr@cisco.com for answers to questions you may have and to get help signing up.

[H2] Find out if Duo is right for your business

Let’s schedule a time to walk you through the MSP Program and product demonstration.

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[H2] Dive deeper into Duo resources for MSPs

EBOOK

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RESOURCES

[H2] Explore resources related to Duo's Managed Service Providers (MSPs)

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Become a Duo MSP partner and access scalable security solutions that grow with your business.

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Your Diagnosis

Before revealing the machine’s verdict, predict the BS score for each signal. Higher = more BS (more fluff, less verifiable substance). Drag each slider, then submit to compare your judgment against the engine.

Information Density 0 / 30
Read the Narrative & headings: do hard facts (prices, dates, numbers) outweigh fluff power-words?
Semantic Coherence 0 / 20
Compare the homepage promise against the sub-page reality. Do they hold the same line?
Trust & Proof 0 / 20
Weigh review mentions against actual external proof links. Claims without verification = theatre.
Commodity Fingerprint 0 / 15
Check headings & narrative against the industry clichés in the setup above.
Identity & Authority 0 / 15
Inspect the schema: is there real Organization/Person identity with sameAs links, or gaps?
Your predicted BS score 0 / 100
💡 Stuck? Reveal the heuristic lens — how the deterministic page-auditor reads each signal (no AI, pure pattern rules)

These are the structural rules a local, deterministic auditor applies — the same lens you can use to judge each signal. They describe what to look for, not this company’s result.

Information Density

Classify each sentence as substantive or hollow. Grounding markers — numbers, currencies, dates, technical units, named entities — outweigh marketing adjectives. When fluff sits right next to hard evidence, the fluff is forgiven.

Semantic Alignment

Pull the main entities out of the H1, then check whether they actually recur through the body. A page that announces one thing and then talks about another drifts. Headings with no real sentences underneath read as pseudo-substance.

Trust & Proof

Count trust words (review, testimonial, rating, verified) against real outbound proof links (Google, Trustpilot, Clutch, G2, Yelp). Lots of trust language with zero verification links is trust theatre. Unlinked logo galleries count against it.

Commodity Fingerprint

Look at how much sentence length varies. Natural writing varies its rhythm; templated or mass-produced copy is statistically uniform. Very low variation reads as commodity content — unless unique named entities break the pattern.

Identity & Authority

Inspect the JSON-LD. Is there an Organization or Person schema, and does it carry sameAs links to real external profiles (LinkedIn, socials)? Missing schema or no identity declaration signals an anonymous entity.

Want to apply this lens yourself? The free BS Indicator Chrome extension runs these heuristic checks live on any page. Bear in mind it is a single-page, deterministic tool — it relies only on pattern rules for the page in front of it and does not perform the cross-page semantic correlation this audit uses, so its readout is a starting lens, not the full verdict.

B
BS Level
Security, Surveillance & Cybersecurity
36.9 Avg BS

Based on 359 businesses audited.

BS Detector

Security, Surveillance & Cybersecurity BS: Cisco Duo (duo.com)

https://duo.com 📍 Industry: Security, Surveillance & Cybersecurity
11 BS / 100

This is a benchmark for high-substance enterprise cybersecurity communication. It replaces generic security adjectives with proprietary technical nouns and independently audited performance metrics. The site achieves a minimal BS score by being transparent about pricing, naming its enterprise advocates, and maintaining perfect semantic alignment.

Info Density Power-words vs. Substance ratio.
5
17% BS
Semantic Coherence Homepage promise vs. Sub-page reality.
0
0% BS
Trust & Proof Verifiable evidence vs. Trust Theatre.
2
10% BS
Commodity Fingerprint Detection of industry clichés/templates.
3
20% BS
Identity & Authority Expert verifiability & Schema depth.
1
7% BS

To further reduce the minimal BS score, the site should add direct outbound links to the specific Gartner Peer Insights review pages rather than just a report download. Testimonials could be enhanced by linking Mark Rodrigue and Mike Johnson to their respective LinkedIn profiles via Person schema. Adding the specific ISO or SOC 2 certificate numbers directly in the footer would neutralize the ‘Missing Element’ penalty for own-practice certifications. Finally, integrating a public-facing ‘Trust Center’ with real-time system status would provide the ultimate level of technical substance.

The site content perfectly aligns with the Security and Cybersecurity classification. It focuses exclusively on Identity and Access Management (IAM), multi-factor authentication (MFA), and zero-trust architecture, which are core pillars of the industry.

“The score of 11 is driven by minor penalties in Information Density (for metaphorical headings) and Commodity Fingerprints (for generic value prop cliches like 'peace of mind'). Semantic coherence and proof density were nearly perfect, significantly lowering the total score. The presence of transparent pricing and dated 2026 evidence ensures the site remains firmly in the 'Minimal BS' category.”

Verified Analysis Date: June 20, 2026 © 1EuroSEO Independent Evaluator — Non-Sponsored Result