Two-factor authentication adds a second step when you sign in. After your password, you enter a 6-digit code from an authenticator app on your phone. Even if someone learns your password, they cannot sign in without your phone.
What you need
An authenticator app, such as Google Authenticator, Authy or 1Password.
Turn it on
- In the sidebar, open Settings and click Security.
- Under Two-factor authentication, switch on Authenticator app.
- In the Set up authenticator app window, scan the QR code with your authenticator app. If you cannot scan it, use the secret shown under Can't scan? Enter this secret: click Copy and paste it into your app.
- Enter the 6-digit code your app shows under Verification code.
- Click Verify and enable.
From now on, after you enter your password, you will be asked for the 6-digit code from your app.
Lost your phone?
If you lose access to your authenticator app, contact support. Keep your app backed up, or set it up on a second device, so this does not lock you out.
Turn it off
- Go to Settings, then Security.
- Switch off Authenticator app and confirm.
Your account will then sign in with your password only. You can turn two-factor authentication back on at any time.
