Does Planning Center work with authenticator apps like MS Authenticator App?

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

Is Planning Center two-factor authentication free?

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

What if I lose access to my Planning Center 2FA codes?

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

How to enable 2FA on Planning Center

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Planning Center 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 Planning Center account.

Step-by-step setup

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

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

Frequently asked questions

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

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