Does Carta work with authenticator apps like MS Authenticator App?

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

Is Carta two-factor authentication free?

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

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

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

How to enable 2FA on Carta

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Protect your Carta account with two-factor authentication (2FA). Once enabled, signing in also requires a one-time code from your authenticator app — not just your password.

Step-by-step setup

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

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

Frequently asked questions

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

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