MS Authenticator App

How to enable 2FA on Robinhood

Robinhood 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 Robinhood account.

Step-by-step setup

  1. 1

    Locate 2FA Settings

    Open your Robinhood app on your mobile device. Tap on your profile picture in the bottom right to go to your profile, then tap (3 bars icon) in the top right. After, choose Security and Privacy.

    robinhood 2FA setup — Locate 2FA Settings
  2. 2

    Next Step

    Find and press on Two-Factor Authentication, after, select MS Authenticator App.

    robinhood 2FA setup — Next Step
  3. 3

    Verify Your Phone Number

    Robinhood will send you a 6 digit security code to your phone number. Enter the received code into the verification field. Next, copy the provided key, when done tap on Continue.

    robinhood 2FA setup — Verify Your Phone Number
  4. 4

    Add a New Account

    Open MS Authenticator App and at the bottom of the screen, tap the plus button and select the Manually option.

    robinhood 2FA setup — Add a New Account
  5. 5

    Save your Robinhood Account

    Paste the copied key into the Key section in MS Authenticator App. Next, choose the account icon by pressing on icon. After, write the service name (Robinhood) and your account name. Finally, tap on Save.

    robinhood 2FA setup — Save your Robinhood Account
  6. 6

    Verify MS Authenticator App

    Copy the numerical code from MS Authenticator App and confirm it on the Robinhood app. Note that this code refreshes every 30 seconds.

    robinhood 2FA setup — Verify MS Authenticator App
  7. 7

    Backup Code

    Your Robinhood account is now protected. We recommend you store it digitally in a safe place. Press Continue and that's all.

    robinhood 2FA setup — Backup Code

Frequently asked questions

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

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