MS Authenticator App

How to enable 2FA on Packagist

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

Step-by-step setup

  1. 1

    Sign in to Packagist and open your Packagist account security settings.

  2. 2

    Turn on two-factor authentication and choose the authenticator-app option.

    Look for "Authenticator app", "Authentication app", or "TOTP" rather than SMS.

  3. 3

    Scan the QR code with MS Authenticator App.

    Open MS Authenticator App, tap add, and point your camera at the QR code Packagist displays. Can't scan? Enter the setup key manually instead.

  4. 4

    Enter the 6-digit code to confirm.

    Type the code MS Authenticator App generates to verify and link your Packagist account.

  5. 5

    Save your backup codes.

    Store the recovery codes Packagist gives you somewhere safe — you'll need them if you lose your phone.

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

Frequently asked questions

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

Generate your Packagist codes in MS Authenticator App

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