Does Hushmail work with authenticator apps like MS Authenticator App?

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

Is Hushmail two-factor authentication free?

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

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

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

How to enable 2FA on Hushmail

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

Step-by-step setup

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

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

Frequently asked questions

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

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