MS Authenticator App

How to enable 2FA on DeviantArt

Protect your DeviantArt 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. 1

    Sign in to DeviantArt and open your DeviantArt account security settings.

  2. 2

    Turn on two-factor authentication and choose the authenticator-app option.

    Look for "Authenticator app", "Authentication app", or "TOTP" rather than SMS.

  3. 3

    Scan the QR code with MS Authenticator App.

    Open MS Authenticator App, tap add, and point your camera at the QR code DeviantArt displays. Can't scan? Enter the setup key manually instead.

  4. 4

    Enter the 6-digit code to confirm.

    Type the code MS Authenticator App generates to verify and link your DeviantArt account.

  5. 5

    Save your backup codes.

    Store the recovery codes DeviantArt gives you somewhere safe — you'll need them if you lose your phone.

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

Frequently asked questions

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

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