Does Pluralsight work with authenticator apps like MS Authenticator App?

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

Is Pluralsight two-factor authentication free?

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

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

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

How to enable 2FA on Pluralsight

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

Step-by-step setup

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

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

Frequently asked questions

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

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