Does MyTax Illinois work with authenticator apps like MS Authenticator App?

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

Is MyTax Illinois two-factor authentication free?

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

What if I lose access to my MyTax Illinois 2FA codes?

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

How to enable 2FA on MyTax Illinois

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Protect your MyTax Illinois account with two-factor authentication (2FA). Once enabled, signing in also requires a one-time code from your authenticator app — not just your password.

Step-by-step setup

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

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

Frequently asked questions

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

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