Does 1Password work with authenticator apps like MS Authenticator App?

Yes. 1Password supports TOTP authenticator apps, so you can generate its two-factor codes in MS Authenticator App.

Is 1Password two-factor authentication free?

Yes. Enabling authenticator-app 2FA on 1Password is free — you only need the free MS Authenticator App.

What if I lose access to my 1Password 2FA codes?

Use the backup or recovery codes you saved during setup. If you didn't save them, contact 1Password support to regain access, then re-add the account to MS Authenticator App.

Should I use an authenticator app or a security key on 1Password?

1Password supports both. An authenticator app like MS Authenticator App is free and works on any phone; a hardware security key adds phishing resistance. You can enable both.

How to enable 2FA on 1Password

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1Password supports app-based two-factor authentication (2FA). Turning it on adds a second layer of protection, so a stolen password alone can't unlock your 1Password account.

Step-by-step setup

1
Sign in to 1Password and open your account on 1password.com → Security.
2
Turn on two-factor authentication and choose the authenticator-app option.
Look for "Authenticator app", "Authentication app", or "TOTP" rather than SMS.
3
Scan the QR code with MS Authenticator App.
Open MS Authenticator App, tap add, and point your camera at the QR code 1Password displays. Can't scan? Enter the setup key manually instead.
4
Enter the 6-digit code to confirm.
Type the code MS Authenticator App generates to verify and link your 1Password account.
5
Save your backup codes.
Store the recovery codes 1Password gives you somewhere safe — you'll need them if you lose your phone.

Menu names on 1Password can change — the official 1Password 2FA documentation ↗ always has the exact, current path.

Frequently asked questions

Does 1Password work with authenticator apps like MS Authenticator App?: Yes. 1Password supports TOTP authenticator apps, so you can generate its two-factor codes in MS Authenticator App.
Is 1Password two-factor authentication free?: Yes. Enabling authenticator-app 2FA on 1Password is free — you only need the free MS Authenticator App.
What if I lose access to my 1Password 2FA codes?: Use the backup or recovery codes you saved during setup. If you didn't save them, contact 1Password support to regain access, then re-add the account to MS Authenticator App.
Should I use an authenticator app or a security key on 1Password?: 1Password supports both. An authenticator app like MS Authenticator App is free and works on any phone; a hardware security key adds phishing resistance. You can enable both.

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