Does Best Buy work with authenticator apps like MS Authenticator App?

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

Is Best Buy two-factor authentication free?

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

What if I lose access to my Best Buy 2FA codes?

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

How to enable 2FA on Best Buy

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Best Buy lets you secure your account with an authenticator app. With 2FA on, each login needs a fresh 6-digit code, keeping your Best Buy account safe even if your password leaks.

Step-by-step setup

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

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

Frequently asked questions

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

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