Does Amazon Web Services work with authenticator apps like MS Authenticator App?

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

Is Amazon Web Services two-factor authentication free?

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

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

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

Should I use an authenticator app or a security key on Amazon Web Services?

Amazon Web Services 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 Amazon Web Services

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Enable two-factor authentication on Amazon Web Services to stop unauthorized logins. After setup, Amazon Web Services asks for a rotating code from MS Authenticator App in addition to your password.

Step-by-step setup

1
Sign in to Amazon Web Services and open your Amazon Web Services account security settings.
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 Amazon Web Services 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 Web Services account.
5
Save your backup codes.
Store the recovery codes Amazon Web Services gives you somewhere safe — you'll need them if you lose your phone.

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

Frequently asked questions

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