Does Obsidian work with authenticator apps like MS Authenticator App?

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

Is Obsidian two-factor authentication free?

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

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

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

How to enable 2FA on Obsidian

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Protect your Obsidian 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 Obsidian and open your Obsidian 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 Obsidian 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 Obsidian account.
5
Save your backup codes.
Store the recovery codes Obsidian gives you somewhere safe — you'll need them if you lose your phone.

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

Frequently asked questions

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

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