Can Duo be monitored?

You can also actively monitor the Duo cloud service using the Duo Authentication Proxy. The best practice for achieving this is to set up a test user account to send a request to the Authentication Proxy and receive a success login in return.
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Can Duo Mobile See my search history?

No. Duo Mobile has no more access or visibility into your phone than any other app. Duo Mobile cannot read your emails/texts or track your location, it cannot see your browser history or pictures, and it requires your permission to send notifications.
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Can duo be bypassed?

A user must have a valid Duo authentication device enrolled (like a phone or hardware token) in order to use a bypass code to authenticate. Bypass codes are not intended as a user's only 2FA method. Bypass codes expire after being used the allowed number of times, or after an administrator-defined amount of time.
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Can Duo Mobile be hacked?

Duo MFA still uses passwords

Passwords can and will be hacked and Duo does not totally eliminate passwords from the authentication process and recovery. So even with Duo MFA enabled, you're still at risk of password-based hacks, which are responsible for 85% of all cyberattacks.
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Does Duo Mobile track internet activity?

We use analytics data to increase stability and to develop new features. You can disable sending usage analytics in the in-app settings page of Duo Mobile. Duo Mobile never tracks users around the internet and we never sell your device data to anyone.
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Can Duo video calls be traced?

To keep your conversations private, Duo uses end-to-end encryption for 1:1 and group video calling and cloud encryption for meetings joined or created in Duo. Only people in a call or meeting know what's said or shown.
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What are the disadvantages of Google duo?

It's a free download for both Android and iPhone users.
...
Cons
  • Requires signup.
  • No way to reject a call with a message.
  • No way to accept a call without video.
  • Some Wi-Fi connectivity issues in testing.
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How do I know if someone is using Google duo?

You'll notice a "Calling as [phone-number]" label at the bottom, which reminds you that your phone number will be visible to anyone you reach out to. It might also be handy if you have a dual-SIM device and you forgot which number you used to activate Duo.
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Can Google Duo calls be traced by police?

Your Duo calls always stay private with end-to-end encryption. Only people in a call can know what's said or shown.
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Can you use Google Duo anonymously?

Google has rolled out a new feature for the Duo app that lets users sign up without a phone number. Users can now connect via email address. The new feature is now available for the Android version of the app on tablets. You don't need to provide your phone number for verification.
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Can anyone contact you on Duo?

You can find a person to call through Duo if they're in your contacts. If they're not in your contacts but they use Duo, you can add them. If you use Duo on another device with the same Google Account, your contacts will sync across devices.
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Does Duo save history?

Important: All Duo call and message history will be permanently deleted from devices that are signed in with this Google Account and are on the latest version of Duo.
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Is My phone Under Surveillance?

Some signs could include your battery draining rapidly, your device turning off and on, or spikes in your data usage. However, the most common sign that your activity is being monitored will be the other person's suspicious behavior.
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Why do people use Google Duo?

Google Duo is a proprietary voice over IP (VoIP) and videotelephony service developed by Google, available for Android, iOS and web browsers. It lets users make and receive one-to-one and group audio and video calls with other Duo users in high definition, using end-to-end encryption by default.
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Where are Duo messages stored?

After you play a message, it will be available for 24 hours unless you download it. When you download a message, it's saved to your device. If you back up data on your phone to a cloud account, like Google Drive, it will also be saved there.
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Why would you use Google Duo?

Google Duo lets you be with your loved ones, with the highest quality1 video calling. It is free, easy-to-use and works on Android phones, iPhones, tablets and computers.
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Can someone monitor my video call?

"Video calling can easily be hacked by monitoring the IP addresses of both the users and hackers can see live video chats.
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Do Duo messages delete for both sides?

If you delete a sent Duo message before the other person has seen it, then it will not be unsent. The person can still view the message. It will be removed from your side only.
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How long do Duo messages last?

To access old messages or re-play a message, use the Duo app on your mobile device. Unplayed messages will expire on your smart display 30 days after you receive them.
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Is Duo tied to phone number?

Your phone number won't be linked to your Google Account in Duo anymore.
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Why did I get a notification that someone is on Duo?

Whenever someone tries to log into your account, Duo will send you a notification and ask you to verify that it is you. These are the steps to take if you receive a notification which you did not initiate as your account may be compromised.
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What's the difference between sent and delivered on Duo?

SENT means the message has been submitted to the cellular network for immediate delivery. DELIVERED means the message was delivered to the recipient's cell phone.
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Does Duo know if your blocked?

(By the way, when you block a person on Duo, the person won't know it. When they call, they'll just hear your line ring and ring continuously.)
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Which app is safest for video call?

The 7 Best Apps for Secure Video Calling
  • Zoom is a popular video conferencing platform primarily used in business settings. ...
  • Google Meet is available to Android and iOS devices and can be used on PCs via web browser. ...
  • Signal is primarily a text-based communication app.
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