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What is 2FA and how does it work?
What is 2FA and how does it work?

Learn about two factor authentication and why it's important

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Written by Olivia Thompson
Updated over 8 months ago

What is 2FA?

Two-factor authentication (2FA) is an increased layer of protection for your account, which requires you to log in using a code known only to you in addition to your username and password.

Combining this code with your username and password provides a stronger and more secure extra layer of security. This extra step not only presents a difficult hurdle for attackers, but also reduces the risk of becoming a victim of phishing attacks, fraud, and identity theft.

Enable and disable 2FA

Secretaries, refer to 2FA activation and deactivation.

After you enable 2FA on your workspace, users must to enter the six-digit code generated in by the chosen authenticator app every time they log into their account.

Log in using 2FA

Signing in to a 2FA protected account takes three steps:

  1. Enter your username and password.

  2. Use a dedicated mobile app for smartphone authentication, such as Google Authenticator, to get an entry code.

  3. Use the received code to log in.

The code is only valid for a limited time. If it expires, obtain a new code from the authentication app.

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