MS Authenticator App

How to enable 2FA on HostUS

HostUS overview Supported

HostUS supports app-based two-factor authentication (2FA). Turning it on adds a second layer of protection, so a stolen password alone can't unlock your HostUS account.

Step-by-step setup

  1. 1

    Sign in to HostUS and open your HostUS 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 HostUS 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 HostUS account.

  5. 5

    Save your backup codes.

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

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

Frequently asked questions

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

Generate your HostUS codes in MS Authenticator App

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