Does Open Collective work with authenticator apps like MS Authenticator App?

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

Is Open Collective two-factor authentication free?

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

What if I lose access to my Open Collective 2FA codes?

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

Should I use an authenticator app or a security key on Open Collective?

Open Collective 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 Open Collective

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Open Collective supports app-based two-factor authentication (2FA). Turning it on adds a second layer of protection, so a stolen password alone can't unlock your Open Collective account.

Step-by-step setup

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

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

Frequently asked questions

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