Does Amazon work with authenticator apps like MS Authenticator App?

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

Is Amazon two-factor authentication free?

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

What if I lose access to my Amazon 2FA codes?

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

How to enable 2FA on Amazon

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Amazon 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 Amazon account.

Step-by-step setup

1
Sign in to Amazon and open Account → Login & security → Two-Step Verification.
2
Turn on Two-Step Verification (2SV) 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 Amazon 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 Amazon account.
5
Save your backup codes.
Store the recovery codes Amazon gives you somewhere safe — you'll need them if you lose your phone.

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

Frequently asked questions

Does Amazon work with authenticator apps like MS Authenticator App?: Yes. Amazon supports TOTP authenticator apps, so you can generate its two-factor codes in MS Authenticator App.
Is Amazon two-factor authentication free?: Yes. Enabling authenticator-app 2FA on Amazon is free — you only need the free MS Authenticator App.
What if I lose access to my Amazon 2FA codes?: Use the backup or recovery codes you saved during setup. If you didn't save them, contact Amazon support to regain access, then re-add the account to MS Authenticator App.

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