How to enable 2FA on Paycor
Paycor 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 Paycor account.
Step-by-step setup
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Sign in to Paycor and open your Paycor account security settings.
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Turn on two-factor authentication and choose the authenticator-app option.
Look for "Authenticator app", "Authentication app", or "TOTP" rather than SMS.
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Scan the QR code with MS Authenticator App.
Open MS Authenticator App, tap add, and point your camera at the QR code Paycor displays. Can't scan? Enter the setup key manually instead.
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Enter the 6-digit code to confirm.
Type the code MS Authenticator App generates to verify and link your Paycor account.
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Save your backup codes.
Store the recovery codes Paycor gives you somewhere safe — you'll need them if you lose your phone.
Menu names on Paycor can change — the official Paycor 2FA documentation ↗ always has the exact, current path.
Frequently asked questions
- Does Paycor work with authenticator apps like MS Authenticator App?
- Yes. Paycor supports TOTP authenticator apps, so you can generate its two-factor codes in MS Authenticator App.
- Is Paycor two-factor authentication free?
- Yes. Enabling authenticator-app 2FA on Paycor is free — you only need the free MS Authenticator App.
- What if I lose access to my Paycor 2FA codes?
- Use the backup or recovery codes you saved during setup. If you didn't save them, contact Paycor support to regain access, then re-add the account to MS Authenticator App.
Generate your Paycor codes in MS Authenticator App
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