MS Authenticator App

How to enable 2FA on GMX.com

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

Step-by-step setup

  1. 1

    Sign in to GMX.com and open your GMX.com 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 GMX.com 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 GMX.com account.

  5. 5

    Save your backup codes.

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

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

Frequently asked questions

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

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