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How do I use the Google Authenticator app?

Steps in brief

  • Install the Google Authenticator App
  • Log in to the account you want to connect to the Google Authenticator App
  • Open the Google Authenticator app
  • Tap the multi-colored plus sign
  • Add an account via a QR code or via a setup key

1. Install the Google Authenticator App

Download the Google Authenticator (Via the Playstore for Android and the App Store for iPhone).

2. Log in to the account you want to connect to the Google Authenticator App

Depending on which account you want to set up 2 factor authentication for, log in to your account and choose the option with a
description such as 'Two-step verification' or '2 factor authentication'.
You may also be immediately asked to enable 2-factor authentication when creating the account.

3. Open the app

Open the Google Authenticator. If this is your first time using this app to set up 2-factor authentication, select 'Get started' or 'Set up your first account'. You can then close the app first so that you can follow the instructions below.

4. Set with QR Code

Tap the multi-colored plus sign at the bottom right of the app. Select 'Scan QR code'.
Now select the option to set up 2-factor authentication via QR code in the account you want to link on the PC. Scan the QR code on the screen.

5. Adjust with adjustment key

Tap the multi-colored plus sign at the bottom right of the app. 'Enter setting key'.
Find the code for the settings key in the account you want to link and enter it.

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