You can set up two-factor authentication (2FA) to provide your account with extra protection against third-party access. Each time that you log in, you have to authenticate yourself again using a second factor.
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This is how it works
Web application:
- Click the gearwheel icon and choose Account > Two-factor authentication.
- Choose Set up.
- Follow the instructions on the page that opens and scan the QR code using your authenticator app.
- Enter the confirmation code from your authenticator app in the One-time code field. You have the option of entering a device name.
- Click Enable two-factor authentication to complete the setup.
Mobile app:
- Go to Profile > Settings > Two-factor authentication.
- Tap Set up.
- Follow the instructions on the page that opens and tap Unable to scan?.
- Enter the displayed configuration key in your authenticator app. You can also copy the configuration key to the other apps.
- Enter the confirmation code from your authenticator app in the One-time code field. You have the option of entering a device name.
- Click Enable two-factor authentication to complete the setup.