Does DigitalOcean work with authenticator apps like MS Authenticator App?

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

Is DigitalOcean two-factor authentication free?

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

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

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

How to enable 2FA on DigitalOcean

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

Step-by-step setup

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

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

Frequently asked questions

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

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