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DNSimple 2FA: How to Set Up an Authenticator App

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

Whoever controls your DNSimple account controls your domains, so 2FA keeps them from being stolen. Besides an authenticator app, DNSimple also offers security keys. An authenticator app (TOTP) is usually the best balance of security and convenience. For the strongest protection, DNSimple also supports hardware security keys.

2FA methods DNSimple supports

  • Authenticator app (TOTP)
  • Security key (U2F / WebAuthn)
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    Download Authenticator App - Novaz

    Install Authenticator App - Novaz from the App Store on your iPhone or iPad and open it — you'll use it to scan DNSimple's QR code and generate your 6-digit sign-in codes.

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

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

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

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    Scan the QR code with Authenticator App - Novaz.

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

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    Enter the 6-digit code to confirm.

    Type the code Authenticator App - Novaz generates to verify and link your DNSimple account.

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    Save a way to recover your account.

    If DNSimple shows backup or recovery codes, store them somewhere safe, away from your phone. If it doesn't, check how DNSimple recovers accounts (support, an admin, or another sign-in method) before you need it.

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

How to recover your DNSimple account

If you lose access to your authenticator and DNSimple gave you backup or recovery codes when you turned on 2FA, sign in with one of them; keep them somewhere safe, away from your phone. Not every service issues codes. If DNSimple doesn't, or you didn't save them, use DNSimple's account-recovery or support process (or ask your admin, for a work account) to get back in.

Frequently asked questions

Does DNSimple work with authenticator apps like Authenticator App - Novaz?
Yes. DNSimple supports TOTP authenticator apps, so you can generate its two-factor codes in Authenticator App - Novaz.
Is DNSimple two-factor authentication free?
Yes. Enabling authenticator-app 2FA on DNSimple is free — you only need the free Authenticator App - Novaz.
What if I lose access to my DNSimple 2FA codes?
If DNSimple gave you backup or recovery codes during setup, sign in with one of them. If it didn't, or you didn't save them, use DNSimple's account recovery or contact its support (or your admin, for a work account), then add the account to Authenticator App - Novaz again.
Should I use an authenticator app or a security key on DNSimple?
DNSimple supports both. An authenticator app like Authenticator App - Novaz is free and works on any phone; a hardware security key adds phishing resistance. You can enable both.

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