How do I enable two-factor authentication with Authy?

Enter the code from the Authy app into the website. Enter this code and you have completed the process of enabling two-factor authentication with Authy. Whenever you log in to that account, you will be required to enter the six-digit PIN provided by Authy. This is a constantly changing PIN and resets every 15 seconds.

What is two-factor authentication & how does it work?

The most popular form of two-factor authentication (and a preferred alternative to SMS and voice) uses a software-generated time-based, one-time passcode (also called TOTP, or “soft-token”). First, a user must download and install a free 2FA app on their smartphone or desktop.

What makes a good two-factor authentication app?

Platform compatibility: A good two-factor authentication app must work on both Android and iOS. Availability on Windows and Mac is useful, but it’s not a requirement. Usability: An authenticator should make it easy to add new accounts, find existing accounts, and delete unneeded accounts.