Does SproutSocial work with authenticator apps like MS Authenticator App?

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

Is SproutSocial two-factor authentication free?

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

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

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

How to enable 2FA on SproutSocial

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

Step-by-step setup

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

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

Frequently asked questions

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

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