Does Mercado Libre work with authenticator apps like MS Authenticator App?

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

Is Mercado Libre two-factor authentication free?

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

What if I lose access to my Mercado Libre 2FA codes?

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

How to enable 2FA on Mercado Libre

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

Step-by-step setup

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

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

Frequently asked questions

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

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