Does ID.me work with authenticator apps like MS Authenticator App?

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

Is ID.me two-factor authentication free?

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

What if I lose access to my ID.me 2FA codes?

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

Should I use an authenticator app or a security key on ID.me?

ID.me supports both. An authenticator app like MS Authenticator App is free and works on any phone; a hardware security key adds phishing resistance. You can enable both.

How to enable 2FA on ID.me

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

Step-by-step setup

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

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

Frequently asked questions

Does ID.me work with authenticator apps like MS Authenticator App?: Yes. ID.me supports TOTP authenticator apps, so you can generate its two-factor codes in MS Authenticator App.
Is ID.me two-factor authentication free?: Yes. Enabling authenticator-app 2FA on ID.me is free — you only need the free MS Authenticator App.
What if I lose access to my ID.me 2FA codes?: Use the backup or recovery codes you saved during setup. If you didn't save them, contact ID.me support to regain access, then re-add the account to MS Authenticator App.
Should I use an authenticator app or a security key on ID.me?: ID.me supports both. An authenticator app like MS Authenticator App is free and works on any phone; a hardware security key adds phishing resistance. You can enable both.

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