Does Call of Duty work with authenticator apps like MS Authenticator App?

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

Is Call of Duty two-factor authentication free?

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

What if I lose access to my Call of Duty 2FA codes?

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

How to enable 2FA on Call of Duty

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Call of Duty 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 Call of Duty account.

Step-by-step setup

1
Locate 2FA Settings
Sign in to your Call of Duty account. Click on your profile picture to reveal a dropdown menu. In the menu, look for and select the option labeled Preferences
2
Privacy & Security
Navigate to the Privacy & Security section. Scroll down until you find the Two-Factor Authentication option, then click on Enable Two-Factor Authentication
3
Verify Account by Email
Call of Duty will send an alphanumeric code to your email. You'll need to enter this code in the next step.
4
Confirm Your Account
To confirm your account, enter the alphanumeric code sent to your email.
5
Two Factor Authentication QR Code
In this step, you will encounter a QR Code displaying the secret key required for setup. Open your MS Authenticator App and scan the QR Code. Remember to keep the page open during this process. Note: Do not scan the DEMO QR Code shown below.
6
Capture QR Code
Open your MS Authenticator App, tap the plus button, and then hold your device up to the computer screen to scan the QR Code displayed on the Call of Duty web page.
7
2FA Verification Code
Once you've successfully scanned the QR Code provided by Call of Duty, the MS Authenticator App will automatically select the Call of Duty logo and fill in the account name and secret key. Click on Save when you're ready to proceed. Tip: Customize the account icon by pressing on the icon.
8
Confirm and Activate MS Authenticator App
Return to the Call of Duty web page. Enter the one-time code generated by the MS Authenticator App into the designated field, along with your Activision Account Password, to finalize the setup. Once completed, click on Activate.
9
Done! Warzone Authenticator App
Congratulations! You've successfully activated two-factor authentication (2FA) for added security on your Call of Duty account. Moving forward, whenever you log in, the MS Authenticator App will be required. Consider copying the backup codes into the app or keeping them in a secure location. Click Done to complete the process. That's it!

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

Frequently asked questions

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

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